Lauryn
Lauryn is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Laurel-crowned or from Laurentum.
Origin and history
Lauryn is a contemporary spelling variant of Lauren, which ultimately derives from the Latin name Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'laurel-crowned'. It gained significant popularity in the late 20th century, particularly boosted by famous figures in popular music. In the United States, it remains a well-recognized and steady modern choice.
Popularity in the United States
22,156 babies in the United States have been named Lauryn since 1880. It ranks #990 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #929.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.2 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- GA (5.8 %)
- FL (5.7 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 19 |
| 1960-1970 | 85 |
| 1970-1980 | 138 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,099 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,984 |
| 2000-2010 | 8,658 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,594 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,579 |
Famous people named Lauryn
- Lauryn Hill: Singer, Rapper
Nicknames
Laur, Laurie, Lolo
Fun facts
- The 'y' spelling gives a trendy modern twist to the traditional classical name Lauren.
- The name saw increased visibility in the late 1990s following the critical acclaim of singer Lauryn Hill.