Loren
Loren is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
From Laurentum; crowned with laurel.
Origin and history
Loren is a traditional name derived as a variant of Laurence or Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'laurelled.' Historically used for boys, it gained steady use in the United States throughout the twentieth century. While currently less common for newborn boys, it retains a classic, gentle appeal.
Popularity in the United States
46,479 babies in the United States have been named Loren since 1880. It ranks #532 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1605.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.2 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- MN (7.9 %)
- IA (5.9 %)
- MI (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 230 |
| 1890-1900 | 276 |
| 1900-1910 | 447 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,093 |
| 1920-1930 | 5,810 |
| 1930-1940 | 5,573 |
| 1940-1950 | 6,398 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,617 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,353 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,010 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,632 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,019 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,016 |
| 2010-2019 | 683 |
| 2020-2029 | 322 |
Famous people named Loren
- Loren Eiseley: Anthropologist, Author
- Loren Dean: Actor
Nicknames
Ren, Laurie
Fun facts
- Loren originated as a shortened or phonetic variation of the name Laurence.
- The name was most frequently given to American boys during the mid-20th century.