Laurette
Laurette is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Diminutive of Laura, meaning 'laurel tree' or 'victorious'.
Origin and history
Laurette is a French diminutive of Laure, derived from the Latin word for the laurel plant. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century but is now rarely given to newborns. The name carries a vintage, classic French charm.
Popularity in the United States
3,106 babies in the United States have been named Laurette since 1880. It ranks #3191 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (30.3 %)
- ME (19.2 %)
- NH (15.6 %)
- MA (14.2 %)
- CA (10.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 68 |
| 1900-1910 | 124 |
| 1910-1920 | 370 |
| 1920-1930 | 565 |
| 1930-1940 | 340 |
| 1940-1950 | 353 |
| 1950-1960 | 580 |
| 1960-1970 | 493 |
| 1970-1980 | 129 |
| 1980-1990 | 61 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 5 |
| 2010-2019 | 8 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Laurette
- Laurette Taylor: Actress
Nicknames
Laurie, Lora, Etta, Ette
Fun facts
- The '-ette' ending is a traditional French diminutive suffix used to indicate endearment or smaller size.
- Laurette saw its highest U.S. usage in the 1920s through the 1950s before becoming a rare choice in recent decades.