Laurie

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Laurel; Victory

Background: The name Laurie originates from the Latin word 'laurus,' meaning 'laurel,' which symbolizes victory. This term was adopted into French as 'Laurie,' maintaining the same connection to the laurel tree, often associated with triumph.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#236
Total births
168,382
Most popular decade
1960s (224,151 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-67 ranks)
Years in Top 100
19
First recorded year
1882

Gender usage

1.2% male 98.8% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1886
First year births
6
First year rank
#845
Peak year
1924
Peak year births
46
Peak rank
#1,045
Most recent year
1990
Recent year births
5
Recent rank
#8,115

Female

First year
1882
First year births
5
First year rank
#908
Peak year
1962
Peak year births
10,674
Peak rank
#42
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
52
Recent rank
#3,072

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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