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Lauren

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Pronounced LAW-ren /ˈlɔːr.ɪn/High

Meaning: Feminine form of Laurent, from Latin Laurentius meaning man from Laurentum or laurel-crowned; a place near RomeHigh

In 30 seconds: Lauren is a sophisticated Latin name meaning 'laurel-crowned,' elevated by designer Ralph Lauren into a byword for American elegance and beloved for its timeless, polished simplicity.
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Origin HighLatin, French
MeaningFeminine form of Laurent, from Latin Laurentius meaning man from Laurentum or laurel-crowned; a place near Rome
U.S. rank (2025)#401 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births777 girls (0.04% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1989
Total births (all-time)≈ 475,574

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198919242025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Lauren is the anglicized feminine form of the French Laurent, itself from Latin Laurentius, relating to laurus (laurel). The laurel was the Roman symbol of victory and honor.

Lauren rose to prominence as a girls' name in the mid-20th century. It peaked in the 1980s and early 1990s in the United States and has remained consistently popular since.

Did you know? Designer Ralph Lauren, born Ralph Lifshitz, chose Lauren as his professional surname — and inadvertently transformed it into one of the most aspirationally charged names in American culture.
Overall data confidence 95%
Behind the Name — Lauren — etymology and historyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

LaurynLorenLoryn

Nicknames

LaurLola

Famous Bearers

  • ★Lauren Bacall (1924–2014)
    American actress and model, one of Hollywood's greatest leading ladies.
  • ★Lauren Conrad (1986–present)
    American television personality and fashion designer, known for The Hills.

If you like Lauren…

Laura— the parent-name cousin with the same Latin laurel root and classic feel
Claire— shares the clean, polished classic femininity and timeless American appeal
Morgan— fellow sleek, one-accent classic with the same professional elegance
Paige— shares the crisp, modern-classic feel and similar peak-80s popularity

Frequently Asked

What does the name Lauren mean?

Lauren means laurel-crowned or from Laurentum, from the Latin Laurentius.

How do you pronounce Lauren?

It is said LAW-ren /ˈlɔːr.ɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lauren a classic name?

Yes, Lauren has been consistently popular since the 1970s and is considered a modern classic.

What are variants of Lauren?

Variants include Lauryn, Loren, and Loryn.