Laura is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #7258 in 2001 with 9 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 13 births ranking #6009. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 25.0%. In 2001, approximately 1 in every 215,870 boys born was named Laura. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Laura is a graceful classic from the Latin word for laurel, a plant long associated with honour and victory. The name feels calm, capable, and timeless.
Laura has been used widely across Europe for centuries and gained extra literary prestige through Renaissance poetry. Its long history has kept it familiar without wearing it out.