Rory

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Gender
Both
Origin
Scottish, Irish
Meaning
Anglicised version of the Gaelic name Ruadhri (Irish) or Ruaridh (Scottish), from the Irish ruadh, meaning "red" and ri, meaning "king".
Facts
Rory Bremner is a British comedian, known for his satirical show Bremner, Brid and Fortune. Rory Kinnear is a British actor of stage and screen, famous for his role Iago in Shakespeare's "Othello" that won him an Olivier award and for his supporting role in the most recent "James Bond" films as Bill Tanner. The name can also be unisex; Rory Gilmore is the name of a lead female character in the hit US show "Gilmore Girls".
Numerology
4
Logical and organised, 4s appreciate rules and routine, and are good at paying attention to detail. A career as a scientist or manager would suit them well!

Read more about number 4s

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