Laura vs Kota

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

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Girl #6,452 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"big happiness, great light"

Origin: Japanese

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Laura Rank #358

Kota Rank #6,452

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #6452 for Kota.

Is Laura or Kota more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Kota at #6452 in the United States.

What do Laura and Kota mean?

Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin). Kota means "big happiness, great light" (Japanese origin).

Are Laura and Kota boy or girl names?

Laura is primarily a girl name. Kota is primarily a girl name.