Laura vs Geraldine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

English Italian Spanish German American

✓ All Clear

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

English French American Irish

15 High Risk

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Laura Rank #358

Geraldine Rank #2,024

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Is Laura or Geraldine more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Laura and Geraldine mean?

Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin). Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin).

Are Laura and Geraldine boy or girl names?

Laura is primarily a girl name. Geraldine is primarily a girl name.