Lauri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lauri is a Finnish name with roots in the Latin name Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' and associated with laurel trees. It has evolved from historical forms including Laurentius and Laurus. The name carries connotations of victory and honor. While it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in Finland and Scandinavia during the 20th century. Common variants include Laurie and Lauro, and it is viewed positively in modern contexts, linked to traits of creativity and leadership.
The name Lauri is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lauri has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lauri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3166th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5479th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4280th out of 7552 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5645th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 528th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 615th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3042nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14985th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18924th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lauri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lauri"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɔːri/
Origin
Finnish
Etymology
Lauri is derived from the Latin name Laurentius, which means 'from Laurentum.' Laurentum was an ancient city in Italy, and the name is often associated with laurel trees, symbolizing victory and honor.
Meaning
laurel
Language Evolution
Laurentius, Laurus, Lauri
Historical Usage
Lauri gained popularity in Finland and other Scandinavian countries during the 20th century as a common male given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Laurie, Lauro, Laurent
Modern Popularity & Image
Lauri is commonly perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with creativity and leadership.
Famous People
Lauri Markkanen (Finnish professional basketball player), Lauri Törni (Finnish soldier and American Green Beret), Lauri Ylönen (Finnish musician, lead singer of The Rasmus)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lauri"
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 "Lauri"
"Lauri" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3166th of 7545 | 110 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5479th of 6773 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4280th of 7552 | 57 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5645th of 9204 | 38 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 528th of 12526 | 5,957 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 615th of 19264 | 4,403 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3042nd of 27321 | 551 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14985th of 35406 | 77 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18924th of 30306 | 30 |
Regional Popularity of "Lauri" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lauri" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
94.96% 1469th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
19.98% 445th/2227 |
20.70% 503rd/2430 |
26.92% 768th/2853 |
14.23% 395th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
18.11% 532nd/2937 |
16.42% 572nd/3483 |
21.29% 749th/3518 |
16.39% 663rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
55.82% 2498th/4475 |
53.83% 2796th/5194 |
53.11% 3355th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lauri"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lauri" 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.