Laurie is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #3334 in 2011 with 49 recorded births. This places Laurie in the top 17% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 146 births ranking #1228. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 63.7%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 35,894 girls born was named Laurie. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Laurie is a friendly short form of Laurence and carries the same broad laurel-linked background. It feels gentle and old-fashioned in a warm, familiar way.
The name has long existed as a nickname and also as a stand-alone given name. Its modern feel depends a little on region, but it remains recognisable and usable.