Laureen
Laureen is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Bay laurel or crowned with laurel.
Origin and history
Laureen is a variant of Lauren or Laura, originating from the Latin word 'laurus', referring to the bay laurel tree. It reached moderate popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States and has become relatively rare in recent years. Today, it offers a classic, French-influenced alternative to the more common Lauren.
Popularity in the United States
7,127 babies in the United States have been named Laureen since 1880. It ranks #1998 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2070.
States where it is most popular
- NY (21.7 %)
- CA (14.7 %)
- MA (11.4 %)
- PA (8.9 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 13 |
| 1920-1930 | 52 |
| 1930-1940 | 190 |
| 1940-1950 | 734 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,221 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,384 |
| 1970-1980 | 557 |
| 1980-1990 | 494 |
| 1990-2000 | 244 |
| 2000-2010 | 115 |
| 2010-2019 | 92 |
| 2020-2029 | 31 |
Famous people named Laureen
- Laureen Harper: Graphic designer, Public figure
- Laureen Nussbaum: Scholar, Author
Nicknames
Laurie, Lori, Reenie
Fun facts
- The name derives from the ancient Roman tradition of crowning victors and scholars with leaves of the sweet bay laurel tree.
- In the United States, Laureen saw its highest usage during the 1950s and 1960s before declining in popularity.