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Laura

Laura is a girl name of Latin origin, meaning Laurel" - a crown of victory.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginLatin
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#313

What does Laura mean?

Laurel" - a crown of victory

How popular is Laura?

Popularity in the United States

Laura has been given to 800,076 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 1,919 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

09,50719,013188019502020
Babies named Laura per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Laura has been given to 148,897 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1990s. Its use has declined since that peak.

04,6219,241190019612022
Babies named Laura per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 258,046 people called Laura living in Spain, with an average age of 31.6.

800,076 Babies named since 1880
1960s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Laura

What does the name Laura mean?

Laura means Laurel" - a crown of victory. It is of Latin origin.

Is Laura a boy's or a girl's name?

Laura is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Laura?

Laura has been given to 800,076 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.