Holding steady.
Popularity of Lurene since 1898
Babies named Lurene per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1922, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lurene's real moment was 1898.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 8 |
| 1900s | 49 |
| 1910s | 189 |
| 1920s | 227 |
| 1930s | 147 |
| 1940s | 109 |
| 1950s | 115 |
| 1960s | 46 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lurene is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1898, its peak year of usage. Since then, it has maintained a stable but vanishingly low profile, with no recorded births in many recent years. The name's exact derivation is uncertain, but it likely arose as a variant of Lorene, fitting a pattern of late-19th-century coinages that added a fashionable suffix to familiar roots. Lurene never appeared among the top names in any state, reflecting its consistent rarity. For parents drawn to turn-of-the-century obscurity, Lurene offers a distinctive choice with a soft, melodic sound.
Lurene first appeared in the late 19th century, likely as a variant of Lorene, itself a feminine form of Lawrence or a variant of Laura. The name Laura comes from the Latin 'laurus,' meaning 'laurel,' a symbol of victory and honor. Despite its classical connections, Lurene has always been rare, with its peak recorded usage in 1898.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lura, Rene, Lulu
Sibling names for Lurene
Names that share Lurene's style, for a brother or sister.
