Lauren
Lauren is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
From Laurentum or crowned with laurel.
Origin and history
Lauren is a given name derived from the Roman cognomen Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel.' While historically used as a masculine name derived from Laurence, it shifted to predominantly feminine usage in the United States during the 20th century. Today it remains a rare masculine choice with deep historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
5,818 babies in the United States have been named Lauren since 1880. It ranks #1588 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1906.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.4 %)
- NY (15.7 %)
- MN (8.4 %)
- MI (6.4 %)
- OH (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 40 |
| 1910-1920 | 383 |
| 1920-1930 | 649 |
| 1930-1940 | 671 |
| 1940-1950 | 734 |
| 1950-1960 | 713 |
| 1960-1970 | 489 |
| 1970-1980 | 380 |
| 1980-1990 | 940 |
| 1990-2000 | 453 |
| 2000-2010 | 247 |
| 2010-2019 | 77 |
| 2020-2029 | 21 |
Nicknames
Laurie, Ren
Fun facts
- Lauren originally functioned primarily as a masculine name derived from Laurence before becoming widely popular for girls in the mid-20th century.
- The name references the laurel tree, which was anciently used to craft crowns denoting honor, victory, and academic achievement.