Holding steady, #3,645 for girls today.
Popularity of Alaura since 1988
Babies named Alaura per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Alaura's real moment was 2002.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 442 |
| 2000s | 546 |
| 2010s | 453 |
| 2020s | 308 |
Meaning & origin
Alaura is a modern, rare name that first entered U.S. records in 1988. Its peak year was 2002, but its rank of 3,645 in 2025 underscores its enduring rarity, with only about 1 in 39,202 girls receiving the name that year. The trajectory has been stable, not gaining or losing dramatic ground. Texas is the top state for Alaura, suggesting a regional preference. The name likely originated as a creative variation of Laura, with the 'A' prefix adding a melodic quality. Its modern, invented nature makes it a distinctive choice for families seeking a name that feels familiar yet uncommon.
Alaura appears to be a modern coinage, likely formed by blending the prefix 'A' with the name Laura, or as a creative variation of similar-sounding names like Alora. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988 and has seen moderate, sporadic use since.
Where Alaura is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ally, Laurie, Aura
Sibling names for Alaura
Names that share Alaura's style, for a brother or sister.
