Iona vs Laura

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Iona

Girl #2,771 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"island (of Saint Columba)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic place name

Scottish Irish Welsh British Christian

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Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

English Italian Spanish German American

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Iona Rank #2,771

Laura Rank #358

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #2771 for Iona.

Is Iona or Laura more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Iona at #2771 in the United States.

What do Iona and Laura mean?

Iona means "island (of Saint Columba)" (Scottish Gaelic place name origin). Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Iona and Laura boy or girl names?

Iona is primarily a girl name. Laura is primarily a girl name.