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Lauriana

lawr-ee-AH-nah · Combination of Laura and Anna, or a feminine elaboration of Laurence.

Peak popularity
2012
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2022

Rising since 2022.

Popularity of Lauriana since 1975

Babies named Lauriana per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812198020002020Most births 2007Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s5
1980s0
1990s5
2000s45
2010s65
2020s6

Meaning & origin

Lauriana is a rarely given feminine name in the United States, first recorded in 1975. Its usage peaked in 2012, though it has never entered the top 1000. Since 2022, the name has been rising in popularity, suggesting a modest resurgence. As a modern elaboration combining elements of Laura and Anna, it feels both familiar and distinctive. The name has not been associated with any top states, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use nationwide. Lauriana appeals to parents seeking a melodic, romantic-sounding name that is uncommon yet constructed from classic roots.

Lauriana is a modern coinage blending elements of Laura (from Latin laurus 'laurel') and Anna (from Hebrew Hannah 'grace'), or it may be a feminine form of Laurence (from Latin Laurentius, 'man from Laurentum'). The name first appeared in the United States in 1975 and saw a peak in popularity in 2012, though it remains rare.

Lauriana” around the world

Where Lauriana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    10

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Laurie, Lana, Riana, Anna

Variants: Laurianna, Laurianne, Laureana

Sibling names for Lauriana

Names that share Lauriana's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Lauriana mean?
Lauriana is a combination of Laura (from Latin 'laurel') and Anna (from Hebrew 'grace'), often interpreted as 'laurel of grace' or 'graceful laurel.'
Is Lauriana a common name?
No, Lauriana is very rare. It has never ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names. Its peak year was 2012, and it has been rising in use since 2022.
Is Lauriana a girl's name?
Yes, Lauriana is almost exclusively used for girls.