Holding steady.
Popularity of Laurrie since 1957
Babies named Laurrie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 34 |
| 1960s | 59 |
| 1970s | 9 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laurrie is a rare variant spelling of Laurie, a name traditionally used as a diminutive of Laura or Lauren. The Social Security Administration first recorded Laurrie in 1957, and it saw its peak usage in 1959 with just a handful of births. Since then, the name has remained extremely uncommon, with a trajectory considered stable at a very low frequency. It has not appeared in any top state rankings. The underlying root, Laura, ultimately derives from the Latin 'laurus' (laurel), a plant associated with victory and honor. This spelling variation likely emerged during the mid-20th century when creative respellings of classic names became fashionable. Overall, Laurrie is an obscure choice that offers a slight twist on the more familiar Laurie.
Laurrie is a variant spelling of Laurie, a feminine name that originated as a diminutive of Laura or Lauren. Laura is the feminine form of the Late Latin name Laurus, meaning 'laurel.' The laurel was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome. Laurie became popular in English-speaking countries in the 19th century, and alternative spellings like Laurrie emerged in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Laurrie
Names that share Laurrie's style, for a brother or sister.
