New Zealand singer and songwriter Lorde has been in the spotlight lately with her bold return to synth-pop and dance-pop in her recently released album, Virgin. This follows her previous album, Solar Power, which leaned more towards soft, acoustic sounds. Alongside the album, Lorde has announced her Ultrasound World Tour, set to support her fourth album. As fans explore her music, many are curious about her real name and the meaning behind her stage name.
Lorde’s real name
Lorde was born Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor in 1996 in New Zealand. She began performing at a young age and signed with Universal Music Group around the age of 12 after a middle school talent show video caught their attention. She adopted the stage name Lorde before releasing her debut album, Pure Heroine, in 2013. Her early start and personal storytelling have helped her connect with fans worldwide and earn international acclaim.
The meaning behind the stage name “Lorde”
Ella chose the name “Lorde” because of her fascination with grandeur and aristocracy. She wanted to capture the timelessness and authority of the word “Lord” but in a feminine form. To achieve this, she added an extra “E” at the end. She picked this name at just 16 years old. In a 2017 interview with 60 Minutes Australia, she explained:
“It was that nobility, aristocracy obsession that I had. I hit upon ‘Lord’ and loved the way it sounded, and then I was like, it would be quite cool to add an ‘E’ to feminise it.”
Lorde’s Ultrasound World Tour
Lorde’s Ultrasound World Tour will kick off on September 17, 2025, and run until February 2026, covering 53 arena dates. The tour includes 26 shows in North America and 19 performances across Europe, among other locations. This is her first major tour cycle since the Solar Power era in 2022–2023. Fans can expect a mix of new tracks, fan favorites, and the distinctive energy that has made Lorde such a standout artist.
The combination of her unique style, meaningful lyrics, and electrifying stage presence promises to make the Ultrasound World Tour an unforgettable experience for long-time fans and new listeners alike.
