Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Laurin since 1910
Babies named Laurin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 40 |
| 1920s | 0 | 99 |
| 1930s | 0 | 72 |
| 1940s | 10 | 95 |
| 1950s | 85 | 97 |
| 1960s | 145 | 47 |
| 1970s | 141 | 26 |
| 1980s | 449 | 0 |
| 1990s | 472 | 5 |
| 2000s | 227 | 0 |
| 2010s | 63 | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laurin entered U.S. naming records in 1946, a soft echo of the more popular Lauren and its variants. Though it has never cracked the top 1,000, the name reached its peak in 1990, a year that saw many similar-sounding names like Lauren surge. Since 2022, Laurin has shown a gentle upward trajectory, hinting at renewed interest. Its rarity means it has no top states, but that obscurity may appeal to parents seeking a familiar yet uncommon choice.
Laurin is a modern variant of Lauren, itself a feminine form of the Latin name Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' (a city in ancient Italy) or 'crowned with laurel'. The name emerged in the mid-20th century, gaining modest use in the United States since its first recorded appearance in 1946. While less common than similar forms like Lauren or Lori, Laurin saw a peak in 1990 and has recently experienced a slight resurgence since 2022.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laurie, Lauri, Ren
Sibling names for Laurin
Names that share Laurin's style, for a brother or sister.
