Laura is a highly popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #17 in 1996 with 3,582 recorded births. This places Laura in the top 1% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 3,582 births ranking #17. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 83 girls 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.