Laurel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A bay tree crown of victory and honor.
Laurel as a Girl Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #683
- Peak
- #241 in 1956
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Laurel Means
Laurel is a girl name of English origin. A bay tree crown of victory and honor.
How Popular Laurel Is
Laurel currently ranks #683 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #241 in 1956. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Laurel
- Laurel peaked at #241 in the U.S. in 1956.
- Laurel is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Laurel as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #6031
- Peak
- #789 in 1926
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Laurel Means
Laurel is a unisex name of English origin. A crown of victory, honored and accomplished.
How Popular Laurel Is
Laurel currently ranks #6031 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #789 in 1926.
Good to Know About Laurel
- At its most popular, Laurel reached #789 in the U.S. in 1926.
- Laurel is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the charming botanical name trend.
Names Like Laurel
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Laurel
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Laurel.
Questions About Laurel
What does Laurel mean?
Laurel is a girl name of English origin. A bay tree crown of victory and honor.
How popular is Laurel?
Laurel currently ranks #683 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #241 in 1956. It has held steady.
Where does Laurel come from?
Laurel comes from English roots. Laurel peaked at #241 in the U.S. in 1956.
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