Laurie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAW-ree / ˈlɔːriLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: 'laurel'; French: 'from Laurentum'
Historical & Cultural Background
Laurie is derived from the Latin name Laurentius, which means 'from Laurentum' or 'laurelled'. The laurel tree was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome. In modern usage, Laurie has been adopted as a diminutive of Lawrence and has gained popularity as a standalone name. It has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with females in contemporary contexts.
Trend Summary
Laurie has seen a decline in popularity for boys in the United States since the 1970s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Larry
- Laurie
International Variants
- Lorenzo (Italian)
- Laurent (French)
Famous people named Laurie
Laurie Anderson is an American performance artist and musician known for her innovative multimedia presentations.
Laurie Halse Anderson is an American author recognized for her young adult novels, particularly 'Speak'.
Laurie McKinney is a notable American football player who played in the NFL.
Laurie David is an American environmental activist and producer, known for her work on 'An Inconvenient Truth'.
Fictional characters named Laurie
Laurie Strode is a character in the 'Halloween' franchise, known as the primary protagonist in the series.
Laurie Partridge is a character from the television show 'The Partridge Family', known for her musical talent.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Laurie was first seen in the United States in 1886. Laurie has ranked as high as #870 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in South Carolina, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Laurie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Laurie (1964)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1912 | 18 |
| 1913 | 19 |
| 1914 | 18 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 31 |
| 1917 | 29 |
| 1918 | 27 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 27 |
| 1921 | 32 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 37 |
| 1924 | 46 |
| 1925 | 36 |
| 1926 | 44 |
| 1927 | 30 |
| 1928 | 31 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 34 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 32 |
| 1933 | 30 |
| 1934 | 45 |
| 1935 | 27 |
| 1936 | 33 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 31 |
| 1939 | 31 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 26 |
| 1942 | 34 |
| 1943 | 32 |
| 1944 | 33 |
| 1945 | 29 |
| 1946 | 30 |
| 1947 | 45 |
| 1948 | 30 |
| 1949 | 41 |
| 1950 | 37 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1952 | 31 |
| 1953 | 30 |
| 1954 | 23 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 32 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 33 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 35 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 37 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 27 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |