Lauren
girl name#401 in 2025Lauren entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #9 in 1989, ranks #401 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1924–2025
#401
rank today
#9
peak (1989)
777
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4434 |
| 1930s | #4070 |
| 1940s | #1349 |
| 1950s | #310 |
| 1960s | #244 |
| 1970s | #169 |
| 1980s | #21 |
| 1990s | #13 |
| 2000s | #22 |
| 2010s | #115 |
| 2020s | #332 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lauren has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 464,000 people named Lauren are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lauren alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lauren in 2025?
- Lauren ranks #401 among US girl names in 2025, with 777 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lauren most popular?
- Lauren peaked in 1989, reaching #9 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lauren with classmates?
- Lauren will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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