Holding steady.
Popularity of Laurice since 1903
Babies named Laurice per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1954, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Laurice's real moment was 1926.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 0 | 5 |
| 1910s | 84 | 36 |
| 1920s | 261 | 73 |
| 1930s | 192 | 45 |
| 1940s | 175 | 29 |
| 1950s | 289 | 11 |
| 1960s | 253 | 14 |
| 1970s | 222 | 33 |
| 1980s | 151 | 7 |
| 1990s | 94 | 10 |
| 2000s | 18 | 17 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laurice is a rare unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1914. Its peak popularity occurred in 1926, a reflection of the early 20th century trend of blending names. Since then, it has maintained a stable but low usage, never entering the top 1000. The name combines elements of the established names Laura and Maurice, giving it a familiar yet distinctive sound. Laurice is a choice that feels both classic and creative, appealing to parents looking for something uncommon but not unfamiliar.
Laurice is a modern coinage combining elements of Laura and Maurice. Laura derives from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel', while Maurice comes from the Latin 'Mauritius' meaning 'Moorish, dark-skinned'. The name emerged in the early 20th century as a feminine form of Maurice, though it has also been used for boys. Its peak usage in the 1920s reflects the era's fondness for hybrid names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laurie, Rice
Sibling names for Laurice
Names that share Laurice's style, for a brother or sister.
