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Dora vs Laura

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dora

Girl #2,603 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Eastern European Hungarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,603
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#358
Total SSA Count
868
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dora Rank #2,603
Laura Rank #358

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #2603 for Dora.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dora or Laura more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Dora at #2603 in the United States.

What do Dora and Laura mean?

Dora means "gift" (Greek origin). Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Dora and Laura boy or girl names?

Dora is primarily a girl name. Laura is primarily a girl name.

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