Declining since 2000, #1,452 for girls today.
Popularity of Lauryn since 1952
Babies named Lauryn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 19 |
| 1960s | 85 |
| 1970s | 138 |
| 1980s | 1,099 |
| 1990s | 4,984 |
| 2000s | 8,658 |
| 2010s | 5,594 |
| 2020s | 1,579 |
Meaning & origin
Lauryn is a modern respelling of Lauren that saw a notable spike in popularity following the rise of singer Lauryn Hill in the late 1990s. Though the name first appeared in U.S. records in 1952, its peak year was 1999, when it reached its highest rank. Since 2000, its usage has steadily declined, and as of 2025 it ranks 1452nd nationally. The name is most common in Southern states, notably South Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia. The spelling variant Lauryn offers a distinctive twist on the classic Lauren, appealing to parents seeking a familiar yet slightly unconventional choice.
Lauryn is a modern spelling variant of Lauren, itself a feminine form of the Latin name Laurentius (Lawrence), derived from the ancient Roman city of Laurentum. The name became common in English-speaking countries in the 20th century, and the particular spelling Lauryn gained visibility in the 1990s, notably after the singer Lauryn Hill rose to fame.
Where Lauryn is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Lauryn” around the world
Where Lauryn lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laurie, Lolly, Ren, Lala
Sibling names for Lauryn
Names that share Lauryn's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Lauryn
Names whose popularity has moved with Lauryn's over the last 50 years.
