Laura

Meet Laura, a girl name that has captured the hearts of American parents for generations. Holding the #358 position in national rankings, Laura demonstrates its lasting appeal to modern parents.

Since 1880, a total of 801K babies have been given the name Laura, spanning 145 years of American history. The year 1964 marked Laura's highest point in popularity, reflecting the naming preferences of the transformative 1960s.

Laura maintains remarkable consistency, holding steady in the rankings year after year.

Understanding Laura's historical trajectory helps parents appreciate its place in American naming culture. Cultural revolution brought experimentation to naming. While many traditional names remained popular, new influences from civil rights and counterculture emerged.

Explore Laura's complete history with our interactive charts, state-by-state analysis, and comparison tools.

Our database includes data from 1880 to present, sourced directly from the U.S. Social Security Administration, giving you the most comprehensive view of Laura's journey through American naming history.