Holding steady.
Popularity of Laurisa since 1963
Babies named Laurisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 37 |
| 1970s | 51 |
| 1980s | 82 |
| 1990s | 99 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laurisa first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1963, a time when creative name blending was gaining popularity. The name combines Laura, from the Latin for 'laurel,' with Lisa, a diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath.' This specific style of name construction was especially common in the mid-to-late 20th century, and Laurisa reached its highest usage in 1994. Since then, its trajectory has been stable but low, with the name remaining outside the top 1,000. Without any top states to anchor it regionally, Laurisa has remained a rare but steady choice across the country. Its uniqueness makes it a distinctive option for parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and uncommon.
Laurisa is a modern coinage, combining elements of Laura (from Latin laurus, 'laurel') and Lisa (a short form of Elizabeth). It first appeared in the United States in the 1960s, a period when blended names were fashionable. The name saw its peak usage in 1994 but has remained consistently rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lauri, Risa, Laurie
Sibling names for Laurisa
Names that share Laurisa's style, for a brother or sister.
