Laurelei
girl nameLaurelei entered the US charts in 2004, peaked at #10866 in 2015, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2004–2025
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rank today
#10866
peak (2015)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #15349 |
| 2010s | #13102 |
| 2020s | #13592 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Laurelei are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Laurelei is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Laurelei in 2025?
- Laurelei is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Laurelei most popular?
- Laurelei peaked in 2015, reaching #10866 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Laurelei with classmates?
- Laurelei will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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