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Laura vs Lorene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#358
Total SSA Count
868
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Lorene

Girl #5,549 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurel, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,549
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Laura Rank #358
Lorene Rank #5,549

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #5549 for Lorene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laura or Lorene more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Lorene at #5549 in the United States.

What do Laura and Lorene mean?

Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin). Lorene means "crowned with laurel, victorious" (Latin origin).

Are Laura and Lorene boy or girl names?

Laura is primarily a girl name. Lorene is primarily a girl name.

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