What is the origin of the name Launa?

Launa is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Launa?

Launa is currently ranked #14428 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

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Launa

LAW-nah

Popularity

#14428

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

2,638

Peak Year

#55 in 2006

First Recorded

1887

Style

Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Likely a variation of Laura, which is derived from the Latin word *laurus*, meaning "laurel tree" or "bay tree."

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Lau Na

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Numerology

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Nicknames

Lau Na

Spelling Variations

Laura Laurel Lauren

Similar Names

Lena Lana Leona Luna

Personality Traits

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