n.

Laurel

Feminine #1408 in 2024
Total births
48,599
Peak year
1956
Rank 2024
#1408
Years on record
141
Births per year, 1883–2024 · peak 1,197 in 1956
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About the name Laurel

Laurel ranked #1408 among U.S. baby names in 2024. Since 1883, 48,599 babies have been named Laurel, peaking in 1956 with 1,197 births. The 1950s were its biggest decade, with 9,603 births. Its popularity has held steady in recent years. It is predominantly a girls' name.

How popular is the name Laurel?
Laurel ranked #1408 among U.S. baby names in 2024, with 48,599 babies given the name since 1883.
When did the name Laurel peak?
Laurel peaked in 1956, when 1,197 babies were given the name.
Is Laurel a girl's or boy's name?
Laurel is predominantly given to girls in the United States.

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