Laura vs Hope

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

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Girl #317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"Wish fulfilled"

English American Christian Welsh

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Laura Rank #358

Hope Rank #317

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

Is Laura or Hope more popular?

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

What do Laura and Hope mean?

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

Are Laura and Hope boy or girl names?

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