Hope vs Laura

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hope

Girl #317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"Wish fulfilled"

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Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

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Hope Rank #317

Laura Rank #358

Hope is more popular, ranked #317 vs #358 for Laura.

Is Hope or Laura more popular?

Hope is more popular, ranked #317 compared to Laura at #358 in the United States.

What do Hope and Laura mean?

Hope means "Wish fulfilled". Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Hope and Laura boy or girl names?

Hope is primarily a girl name. Laura is primarily a girl name.