Laura
girl name#379 in 2025Laura entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #10 in 1969, ranks #379 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#379
rank today
#10
peak (1969)
805
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #21 |
| 1890s | #34 |
| 1900s | #48 |
| 1910s | #61 |
| 1920s | #76 |
| 1930s | #98 |
| 1940s | #94 |
| 1950s | #44 |
| 1960s | #17 |
| 1970s | #19 |
| 1980s | #21 |
| 1990s | #53 |
| 2000s | #148 |
| 2010s | #313 |
| 2020s | #368 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Laura has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 617,000 people named Laura are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Laura alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Laura in 2025?
- Laura ranks #379 among US girl names in 2025, with 805 babies given the name.
- When was the name Laura most popular?
- Laura peaked in 1969, reaching #10 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Laura with classmates?
- Laura will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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