Lauro Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lauro is a name of Latin origin meaning 'laurel', symbolizing victory and honor. It originated from the word 'laurus' and has evolved through various forms in different languages. The name has historical significance, particularly in Italian and Spanish cultures, reflecting traits of elegance and artistic flair. It has no biblical relevance.
The name Lauro is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. 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, Lauro has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lauro' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2468th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2119th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1953rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1964th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2260th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3573rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5371st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lauro' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lauro"
Pronunciation
/ˈlaʊroʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lauro is derived from the Latin word 'laurus', which means 'laurel'. The laurel tree was associated with victory and honor in ancient Rome.
Meaning
laurel
Language Evolution
Laurentius (Latin), Lauro (Italian), Laures (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Lauro gained popularity in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries during the Renaissance as a symbol of victory and honor.
Variants & Derivatives
Lorenzo, Laurent, Loren, Lory
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lauro is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with artistic and cultured individuals.
Famous People
Lauro de Bittencourt, Brazilian politician, Lauro Chaves, Brazilian composer, Lauro Jardim, Brazilian journalist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lauro"
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 "Lauro"
"Lauro" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2468th of 7545 | 175 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2119th of 6773 | 223 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1953rd of 7552 | 317 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1964th of 10718 | 354 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2260th of 16616 | 461 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3573rd of 24088 | 425 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5371st of 23106 | 205 |
Regional Popularity of "Lauro" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
49.37% 1168th/2366 |
73.29% 837th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
42.80% 1007th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
34.91% 996th/2853 |
52.76% 1464th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
27.66% 973rd/3518 |
31.55% 1276th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
24.37% 1266th/5194 |
22.00% 1390th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
25.39% 1857th/7313 |
32.79% 2447th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
38.45% 2623rd/6822 |
51.05% 3204th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lauro" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lauro"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lauro" 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.