Lauren Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAWR-en / ˈlɔːrənLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: laurel; French: from the laurel tree
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lauren is derived from the Latin name Laurentius, which means 'from Laurentum' or 'laurel'. In ancient Rome, laurel wreaths were symbols of victory and honor. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with females.
Trend Summary
The name Lauren has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Laurin
- Loren
International Variants
- Lorenzo (Italian)
- Laurent (French)
- Loren (Spanish)
Famous people named Lauren
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Fictional characters named Lauren
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lauren was first seen in the United States in 1884. Lauren has ranked as high as #1062 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, New York, Minnesota, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Lauren has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lauren (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 28 |
| 1914 | 42 |
| 1915 | 44 |
| 1916 | 43 |
| 1917 | 47 |
| 1918 | 69 |
| 1919 | 67 |
| 1920 | 67 |
| 1921 | 73 |
| 1922 | 63 |
| 1923 | 51 |
| 1924 | 67 |
| 1925 | 67 |
| 1926 | 55 |
| 1927 | 67 |
| 1928 | 64 |
| 1929 | 75 |
| 1930 | 56 |
| 1931 | 76 |
| 1932 | 56 |
| 1933 | 52 |
| 1934 | 69 |
| 1935 | 60 |
| 1936 | 58 |
| 1937 | 87 |
| 1938 | 80 |
| 1939 | 77 |
| 1940 | 64 |
| 1941 | 77 |
| 1942 | 61 |
| 1943 | 86 |
| 1944 | 65 |
| 1945 | 62 |
| 1946 | 80 |
| 1947 | 91 |
| 1948 | 72 |
| 1949 | 76 |
| 1950 | 74 |
| 1951 | 86 |
| 1952 | 89 |
| 1953 | 65 |
| 1954 | 73 |
| 1955 | 68 |
| 1956 | 63 |
| 1957 | 61 |
| 1958 | 75 |
| 1959 | 59 |
| 1960 | 59 |
| 1961 | 51 |
| 1962 | 53 |
| 1963 | 61 |
| 1964 | 44 |
| 1965 | 54 |
| 1966 | 38 |
| 1967 | 35 |
| 1968 | 41 |
| 1969 | 53 |
| 1970 | 42 |
| 1971 | 45 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 37 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 49 |
| 1979 | 51 |
| 1980 | 57 |
| 1981 | 77 |
| 1982 | 75 |
| 1983 | 99 |
| 1984 | 95 |
| 1985 | 114 |
| 1986 | 81 |
| 1987 | 109 |
| 1988 | 99 |
| 1989 | 134 |
| 1990 | 94 |
| 1991 | 64 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 42 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |