Baby Names Lauren Name Meaning By Toketemu Ohwovoriole Toketemu Ohwovoriole LinkedIn Toketemu has been multimedia storyteller for the last four years. Her expertise focuses primarily on mental wellness and women’s health topics. Learn about our editorial process Updated on January 24, 2022 Fact checked by Marley Hall Fact checked by Marley Hall LinkedIn Marley Hall is a writer and fact-checker who is certified in clinical and translational research. Her work has been published in medical journals in the field of surgery, and she has received numerous awards for publication in education. Learn about our editorial process Print AaronAmat / Getty Images Table of Contents View All Table of Contents Popularity Name Variations Similar Names Sibling Names Famous People Lauren is a name of French origin typically given to children of any gender. No one can quite settle on what the name Lauren means. It has been interpreted to mean “wisdom” or “laurel plant.” The name is derived from the French name Laurence, which is thought to also have been derived from the Roman surname Laurentius. Interestingly, Laurentius is also derived from Laurentum an ancient Italian city that got its name from Laurus, which means “bay laurel.” Lauren is also a common surname in some parts of the world. One of the most famous people with the last name Lauren is Ralph Lauren. Although the name is currently unisex, it was traditionally a male name. Its popularity as a female name is thought to be attributed to the American actress, Lauren Bacall. Lauren is also considered to be a feminine form of the traditionally masculine name Lawrence. In French, Lauren means “crowned with laurel.” Origin: Lauren has been traced to Latin and French origins. Gender: The name Lauren started as a traditionally masculine name, but has since grown to become a popular unisex name. Pronunciation: law-ren Although many baby names are separated by gender, Verywell Family believes that sex does not need to play a role in your name selection process. It’s important to select a name that you feel suits your new baby the best. How Popular is the Name Lauren? Lauren enjoyed the most popularity in the 1980s and 1990s. From the early 1980s until 2006, the name remained on the top 25 list of most popular names in the United States. Although Lauren isn’t as popular as it used to be, it remains a fairly desirable name. Traditionally, Lauren started as a masculine name, but it is more often used as a girl’s name in recent times. According to 2020 data from the Social Security Administration, Lauren is the 232nd most popular name for girls in the United States. The name, however, isn’t even in the top 1000 most popular names for boys. The name peaked in popularity in 1989 when 21,198 babies were named Lauren that year. The name has since dipped in popularity, and in 2019 only 1,512 babies were named Lauren. Name Variations Many variations for the name Lauren exist in other languages and cultures. Some of the most popular include: LauraLaurenaLaurens (Dutch)Laurentia (Ancient Romanian)LaurieLauryn LarynLoren Lorens (Swedish) LorinLorrin If you are thinking of picking a variation to the name it’s important to remember that Lauren has many definitions in many traditions. Make sure that the variation you pick doesn’t mean something you wish it didn't. Similar Names Lauren is a classic name for your child. If you want to consider other names before making a decision, here are several names that begin with the letter L. Lacey Lara Lauretta Layla Liliana Lilly Lisbet Lola Luna Lyra Here are other French names to consider: AimeeCamilleChanelFleurGenevieveLourdesMargotNicoletteSimoneZoe Suggested Sibling Names Looking for a sibling name for Lauren? Here are some popular options: AaronAntoinette ArthurBernadetteCharlesDanielleGabrielleHugoJeanJosephLawrence LouiseMarieMarcPaulSamuelThomasVictor Famous People Named Lauren If you are thinking of naming your baby Lauren, here are few famous people who would also be sharing the name with your child. Lauren Ackerman, American physician, and pathologist Lauren Barnes, American soccer player Lauren Bush, American model Lauren Child, English author, and illustrator Lauren Cohan, American actress, and model Lauren Crandall, American hockey player Lauren Davis, American professional tennis player Lauren Donner, American film producer Lauren Graham, American actress Lauren Harris, British rock singer Lauren Holiday, American professional soccer player Lauren Jackson, Australian basketball player Lauren Kleppin, American long-distance runner Lauren London, American actress Lauren Nelson, beauty queen, and holder of the Miss America title in 2007 Lauren Quigley, British singer Lauren Scott, American LGBT activist Lauren Underwood, American politician Lauren Weisberger, American novelist and writer of the bestseller “The Devil Wears Prada” Lauren Woodland, American actress More Baby Names Still searching for the perfect baby name? Check out these related baby name lists for even more options: 50 Magical Baby Names Meanings and Origins of 100 Biblical Baby Names Top 100 French Names for Babies 1 Source Verywell Family uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy. Social Security Administration. Popularity of the name Lauren. By Toketemu Ohwovoriole Toketemu has been multimedia storyteller for the last four years. Her expertise focuses primarily on mental wellness and women’s health topics. See Our Editorial Process Meet Our Review Board Share Feedback Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! What is your feedback? Other Helpful Report an Error Submit