Lorena

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Crowned with Laurels; Laurel

Background: The name Lorena originates from the Spanish version of the Latin name 'Laurentia,' which is derived from 'laurus,' meaning 'laurel.' This name is often associated with victory and honor, as laurel wreaths were historically given to victors in ancient Rome.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#629
Total births
45,000
Most popular decade
1980s (19,989 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-61 ranks)
Years in Top 100
0
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

0.5% male 99.5% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1969
First year births
5
First year rank
#4,404
Peak year
1980
Peak year births
15
Peak rank
#2,965
Most recent year
1996
Recent year births
8
Recent rank
#6,496

Female

First year
1880
First year births
29
First year rank
#288
Peak year
1980
Peak year births
820
Peak rank
#302
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
181
Recent rank
#1,276

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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