How popular is the name Laura in 2025?

Laura is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Laura most popular?

Laura peaked in 1898, reaching #573 among US boy names.

Laura will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Laura entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #573 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#573

peak (1898)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,800 people named Laura are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Laura alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Laura in 2025?: Laura is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Laura most popular?: Laura peaked in 1898, reaching #573 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Laura with classmates?: Laura will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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