Declining since 2012.
Popularity of Lauralynn since 1962
Babies named Lauralynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 74 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Lauralynn is a modern compound name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1962. It combines Laura, derived from the Latin for laurel, and Lynn, a Welsh name meaning lake. The name reached its peak popularity in 2013, but its trajectory has been falling since 2012. Despite never entering the top 1000, Lauralynn reflects a lasting trend of blending classic names with the popular -lynn suffix. Its use remains uncommon, with no concentration in any particular state.
Lauralynn is a modern compound name formed by blending Laura, from the Latin "laurus" meaning "laurel," and Lynn, of Welsh origin meaning "lake" or "waterfall." It first appeared in U.S. records in 1962 as part of the trend of creating feminine names by pairing traditional roots with the popular suffix -lynn. It saw modest use through the late 20th century before reaching its peak in 2013.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laurie, Lynn, Laura
Variants: Laura-Lynn, Laura Lynn, LoraLynn
Sibling names for Lauralynn
Names that share Lauralynn's style, for a brother or sister.
