Holding steady.
Popularity of Laureano since 1930
Babies named Laureano per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1975, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Laureano's real moment was 1930.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 7 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 40 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Laureano is a rare Spanish and Italian name with Latin roots, carrying the meaning 'crowned with laurel.' It first appeared in US records in 1930, its peak year, but has never achieved high usage, with no rank in the national top 1000. The name has remained stable in frequency, never experiencing a significant revival. Although no top states recorded substantial usage, Laureano maintains a quiet presence, likely within families honoring cultural heritage. Its rarity offers a distinctive choice linked to ancient Roman honor.
Laureano is derived from the Latin name Laurentianus, which is a derivative of Laurentius ('from Laurentum'), a Roman place name associated with laurel trees. The laurel wreath was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome. The name has been used in Spanish and Italian-speaking cultures since the medieval period, often in honor of Saint Laurence.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lalo, Larry, Lauro
Sibling names for Laureano
Names that share Laureano's style, for a brother or sister.
