The name Gloria means Glory (to God) and is of Latin origin. Gloria is a name that's been used primarily by parents who are considering baby names for girls.

Famous Glorias include Gloria Steinem, American Feminist Activist, singers Gloria Gaynor and Gloria Estefan, and fashion designer Gloria Vanderbilt. "Gloria" G-L-O-R-I-A is a song by The Shadows of Knight. "Gloria" was also a popular song by Laura Brannigan, released in 1982.