Laura is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #10921 in 2005 with 6 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 13 births ranking #6009. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 50.0%. In 2005, approximately 1 in every 332,858 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.