What is the origin of the name Laura?

Laura is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Laura?

Laura is currently ranked #359 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

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Laura

LAWR-uh

Popularity

#359

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

803,566

Peak Year

#19,008 in 1964

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Laura means 'laurel' or 'victory'. It's derived from the Latin word 'Laurus'.

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Laurie Lori Lala

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Numerology

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

Laura Ingalls Wilder
Author of the 'Little House' series
Laura Dern
American actress and filmmaker

Nicknames

Laurie Lori Lala

Spelling Variations

Lora Lauren Laure

Similar Names

Olivia Sophia Emily Isabella

Personality Traits

creativeintelligentgracefulcharming

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