gender neutral
Lauren
laurel tree, victory
About Lauren
Classic and confident, Lauren represents timeless sophistication that has proven its staying power across generations while never feeling dated or stale. This name carries professional polish and approachable warmth in equal measure, making it suitable for every stage and situation in life. Its strong consonant structure gives it authority and presence, while the softer vowel sounds prevent it from feeling harsh or severe. Lauren works seamlessly from playground to corner office, maintaining dignity and charm throughout a lifetime. The name's established history means it comes with positive associations and cultural familiarity, yet it remains fresh enough to avoid feeling tired. Parents selecting Lauren often value reliability and elegance over trendiness, preferring names with proven track records and universal appeal. It's a choice that honors tradition without being old-fashioned, offering a solid foundation upon which a unique personality can flourish.
Popularity of the Name Lauren
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | #354 | ||||
| 1946 | #370 | ||||
| 1947 | #390 | ||||
| 1948 | #387 | ||||
| 1949 | #370 | ||||
| 1950 | #392 | ||||
| 1951 | #406 | ||||
| 1952 | #363 | ||||
| 1953 | #342 | ||||
| 1954 | #313 | ||||
| 1955 | #298 | ||||
| 1956 | #287 | ||||
| 1957 | #234 | ||||
| 1958 | #225 | #214 | |||
| 1959 | #235 | #257 | |||
| 1960 | #239 | #312 | |||
| 1961 | #248 | #278 | |||
| 1962 | #267 | #244 | |||
| 1963 | #250 | #281 | |||
| 1964 | #234 | ||||
| 1965 | #236 | #211 | |||
| 1966 | #244 | ||||
| 1967 | #242 | #249 | |||
| 1968 | #243 | #278 | |||
| 1969 | #233 | #237 | |||
| 1970 | #241 | #366 | |||
| 1971 | #261 | #349 | #526 | ||
| 1972 | #262 | #248 | |||
| 1973 | #233 | #204 | |||
| 1974 | #187 | #185 | |||
| 1975 | #144 | #166 | |||
| 1976 | #125 | #129 | |||
| 1977 | #114 | #111 | |||
| 1978 | #80 | #95 | #498 | ||
| 1979 | #45 | #73 | #583 | ||
| 1980 | #38 | #87 | #389 | ||
| 1981 | #35 | #90 | #321 | ||
| 1982 | #26 | #74 | #256 | ||
| 1983 | #24 | #55 | #196 | ||
| 1984 | #21 | #40 | #182 | ||
| 1985 | #15 | #34 | #183 | ||
| 1986 | #14 | #32 | #117 | ||
| 1987 | #16 | #49 | #129 | ||
| 1988 | #11 | #41 | #94 | ||
| 1989 | #9 | #22 | #75 | ||
| 1990 | #10 | #19 | #71 | ||
| 1991 | #13 | #29 | #32 | #25 | |
| 1992 | #12 | #35 | #30 | #29 | |
| 1993 | #12 | #40 | #26 | #30 | |
| 1994 | #14 | #29 | #11 | #29 | |
| 1995 | #15 | #27 | #8 | #36 | |
| 1996 | #16 | #26 | #7 | #32 | |
| 1997 | #14 | #6 | #27 | #12 | #27 |
| 1998 | #14 | #6 | #40 | #10 | #26 |
| 1999 | #12 | #4 | #36 | #9 | #21 |
| 2000 | #11 | #4 | #34 | #9 | #18 |
| 2001 | #15 | #4 | #48 | #6 | #20 |
| 2002 | #13 | #10 | #35 | #10 | #20 |
| 2003 | #15 | #18 | #54 | #15 | #14 |
| 2004 | #16 | #21 | #64 | #17 | #16 |
| 2005 | #21 | #27 | #78 | #19 | #24 |
| 2006 | #24 | #36 | #60 | #22 | #27 |
| 2007 | #28 | #42 | #71 | #22 | #38 |
| 2008 | #30 | #44 | #89 | #19 | #32 |
| 2009 | #46 | #54 | #85 | #12 | #44 |
| 2010 | #58 | #64 | #115 | #21 | #46 |
| 2011 | #62 | #79 | #101 | #22 | #46 |
| 2012 | #72 | #91 | #93 | #23 | #63 |
| 2013 | #92 | #115 | #119 | #21 | #58 |
| 2014 | #94 | #121 | #117 | #24 | #74 |
| 2015 | #119 | #153 | #178 | #19 | #101 |
| 2016 | #134 | #180 | #146 | #25 | #101 |
| 2017 | #148 | #248 | #285 | #36 | #111 |
| 2018 | #174 | #297 | #261 | #35 | #115 |
| 2019 | #202 | #380 | #302 | #47 | #149 |
| 2020 | #232 | #458 | #403 | #62 | #159 |
| 2021 | #337 | #524 | #419 | #80 | #249 |
| 2022 | #327 | #695 | #77 | #230 | |
| 2023 | #343 | #706 | #93 | #310 | |
| 2024 | #351 | #892 | #139 | #349 | |
| 2025 | #401 | #120 | #420 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Lauren
Names Similar to Lauren
Nicknames for Lauren
- Laur
- Laurie
- Ren
- Rennie
Famous People Named Lauren
| Lauren Bacall | American actress |
| Lauren Conrad | American television personality and fashion designer |
| Lauren Graham | American actress |
| Lauren Holly | American actress |
| Lauren Jauregui | American singer and songwriter |
| Lauren London | American actress |
| Lauren Mayberry | Scottish musician - CHVRCHES |
| Lauren Sanchez | American news anchor and entrepreneur |
| Lauren Southern | Canadian political commentator |
| Lauren Weisberger | American author |
| Lauren Alaina | American singer and songwriter |
| Lauren Cohan | British-American actress |
| Lauren German | American actress |
| Lauren Hashian | American singer-songwriter |
| Lauren Lapkus | American actress and comedian |
| Lauren Mitchell | Australian basketball player |
| Lauren Oliver | American author |
| Lauren Potter | American actress and activist |
| Lauren Ridloff | American actress |
| Lauren Tom | American actress |
Characters Named Lauren
| Lauren Mallory | Character in the "Twilight" series by Stephenie Meyer |
| Lauren Reed | Character in the TV series "Alias" |
| Lauren Stroud | Character in the TV series "Law & Order - Special Victims Unit" |
| Lauren Ackerman | Character in the TV series "iCarly" |
| Lauren Zizes | Character in the TV series "Glee" |
| Lauren Fenmore | Character in the TV soap opera "The Young and the Restless" |
| Lauren Branning | Character in the TV soap opera "EastEnders" |
| Lauren Lewis | Character in the TV series "Lost Girl" |
| Lauren Sommers | Character in the TV series "Melrose Place" |
| Lauren Strucker | Character in the TV series "The Gifted" |
| Lauren Young | Character in the TV series "The Bold and the Beautiful" |
| Lauren Cooper | Character in the TV series "Teachers" |
| Lauren O'Keefe | Character in the TV series "The Killing" |
| Lauren "Lo" Bosworth | Character in the TV series "Laguna Beach - The Real Orange County" |
| Lauren Hunter | Character in the TV series "Skins" |
| Lauren Tanner | Character in the TV series "My Two Dads" |
| Lauren Davis | Character in the TV series "Party of Five" |
| Lauren Harris | Character in the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |