Laramie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Laramie is a name of Native American origin meaning 'the place where the river runs.' It evolved through its association with the Laramie River and the establishment of the city of Laramie in Wyoming. The name reflects a connection to nature and the American frontier, with no biblical relevance. It remains a unique name that evokes images of the Western landscape.

The name Laramie is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Laramie has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Laramie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5438th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2826th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2319th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5255th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4634th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9658th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4333rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6550th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2414th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Laramie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Laramie"

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Pronunciation

/ˈlærəmi/

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Origin

Native American

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Etymology

The name 'Laramie' is derived from the Native American word 'laramie,' which means 'the place where the river runs.' It is also associated with the area around the Laramie River in Wyoming.

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Meaning

the place where the river runs

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Language Evolution

Laramie (Native American), Laramie (English adaptation)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, particularly after the establishment of the city of Laramie in Wyoming in 1868.

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Variants & Derivatives

Lara, Rami

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Modern Popularity & Image

Laramie is seen as a unique and distinctly American name, often associated with the rugged landscapes and pioneering spirit of the West.

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Famous People

Laramie Project (Theater production), Laramie, Wyoming residents in historical contexts

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Laramie"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Laramie"

"Laramie" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 6464th of 6773 6
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5438th of 7552 24
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2826th of 10718 200
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2319th of 16616 446
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 5255th of 24088 244
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 4634th of 23106 255
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 11867th of 12526 6
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 9658th of 19264 50
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 4333rd of 27321 339
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 6550th of 35406 290
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2414th of 30306 905

Regional Popularity of "Laramie" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 33.31%
1730th/5194
63.94%
4039th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 57.95%
4238th/7313
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
79.99%
3187th/3984
- 43.83%
2990th/6822
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Regional Popularity of "Laramie" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 57.76%
3000th/5194
-
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 64.93%
4748th/7313
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
44.70%
1781st/3984
76.96%
3453rd/4487
27.07%
1847th/6822
45.71%
2869th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Laramie"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Laramie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.