Lorelei vs Laura

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lorelei

Girl #456 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"murmuring rock, ambush rock"

Origin: Celtic/Germanic

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Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

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Lorelei Rank #456

Laura Rank #358

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #456 for Lorelei.

Is Lorelei or Laura more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Lorelei at #456 in the United States.

What do Lorelei and Laura mean?

Lorelei means "murmuring rock, ambush rock" (Celtic/Germanic origin). Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Lorelei and Laura boy or girl names?

Lorelei is primarily a girl name. Laura is primarily a girl name.