Lura
Lura is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Lure, pipe, or variation of Laura (laurel tree).
Origin and history
Lura is a female given name of Germanic origin, often considered a variation of Laura or linked to Old Norse roots meaning 'alluring' or 'pipe'. Popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, it is now a rarely used vintage choice. It offers a classic alternative to names like Laura or Nora.
Popularity in the United States
9,550 babies in the United States have been named Lura since 1880. It ranks #1700 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2055.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.4 %)
- TN (10.1 %)
- KY (6.9 %)
- MS (6 %)
- OH (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 727 |
| 1890-1900 | 948 |
| 1900-1910 | 920 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,553 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,629 |
| 1930-1940 | 962 |
| 1940-1950 | 789 |
| 1950-1960 | 626 |
| 1960-1970 | 470 |
| 1970-1980 | 283 |
| 1980-1990 | 252 |
| 1990-2000 | 154 |
| 2000-2010 | 98 |
| 2010-2019 | 93 |
| 2020-2029 | 46 |
Famous people named Lura
- Lura Lynn Ryan: First Lady
- Lura Privitera: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- Lura was most commonly used in the United States during the late 19th century before declining in usage.
- Lura is also the name of a borough in the municipality of Sandnes, Norway.