Lauren
What does Lauren mean and where does it come from?
Lauren is derived from the Latin 'Laurentium', meaning 'laurel', which is a symbol of victory and honor. The name became popular in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is associated with beauty and grace, often linked to the idea of triumph. Notable
How else can you spell Lauren?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Lauren?
Lauren works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
How popular is Lauren right now?
Declining — down 16 spots — currently #343 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Lauren
Lauren entered American naming records in 1924 and has been in use for over 100 years. It peaked at #9 in 1989, placing it among the top 10 most popular names. More than 476,771 babies have been named Lauren since 1924. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3801 in 1935 to #343 in 2023. Lauren is used for both genders: 99% female and 1% male.
Names that peaked alongside Lauren in 1989:
Lauren by decade
Lauren peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 | |
| 1890s | 16 | |
| 1900s | 40 | |
| 1910s | 383 | |
| 1920s | 655 | |
| 1930s | 687 | |
| 1940s | 2,913 | |
| 1950s | 9,183 | |
| 1960s | 12,958 | |
| 1970s | 22,224 | |
| 1980s | 146,092 | |
| 1990s ★ | 154,025 | |
| 2000s | 97,387 | |
| 2010s | 28,934 | |
| 2020s | 1,269 |
What are good nicknames for Lauren?
What names sound and feel like Lauren?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lauren also consider these