Laramie

Pronunciation: [ l-EHR-uhm-ee ]

Girl Name #1,089 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

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Meaning & Origin

"canopy of leafy boughs"

Origin: Old French

Language: French

"place of the La Ramee family"

Origin: French-Canadian

Language: American English

The Story of Laramie

Laramie is a place name with French origins, named after Jacques La Ramee, a French-Canadian fur trapper who worked in the Wyoming area in the early 19th century. La Ramee's name may derive from the Old French ramee meaning canopy of branches. The city of Laramie, Wyoming, and the surrounding mountains carry his legacy.

As a given name, Laramie gained traction in the 2010s as American parents embraced Western place names for girls. The trend toward geography-inspired names like Dakota, Cheyenne, and Savannah made Laramie a natural choice for parents seeking something frontier-spirited.

Laramie carries deep Western American heritage, evoking the frontier spirit of Wyoming. Historically, Laramie was a major stop on the Transcontinental Railroad and the Overland Trail.

Fun Facts

Laramie, Wyoming was founded in 1868 as a railroad town
The University of Wyoming sits in Laramie at 7,165 feet elevation, one of the highest US cities

Laramie in Other Languages

French Laramie

German Laramie

Spanish Laramie

Famous People Named Laramie

Matthew Shepard

Activist

1976

Gay college student murdered near Laramie, Wyoming in 1998, whose death inspired landmark hate crime legislation

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #1,089
Total SSA Count: 226
Cultural Origins: American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Lara #740

Common Nicknames

Lara Rami Mia

Pairs Well With

Laramie Grace Laramie Jo Laramie Faith Laramie Skye Laramie Mae Laramie Elise

Sibling Names

Cheyenne Dakota Cody Shiloh Wren Sage

Also a Boy Name

Laramie is also used as a boy name, ranked #7044.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Laramie

What does the name Laramie mean?

"canopy of leafy boughs" (from Old French). "place of the La Ramee family" (from French-Canadian). Laramie is a place name with French origins, named after Jacques La Ramee, a French-Canadian fur trapper who worked in the Wyoming area in the early 19th century. La Ramee's name may derive from the Old French ramee meaning canopy of branches. The city of Laramie, Wyoming, and the surrounding mountains carry his legacy.

What is the origin of the name Laramie?

Laramie has Old French, French-Canadian, and American origins. In Old French, it means "canopy of leafy boughs". In French-Canadian, it means "place of the La Ramee family".

Is Laramie a boy or girl name?

Laramie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1089. As a boy name, it is ranked #7044. Laramie is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Laramie?

Laramie is pronounced l-EHR-uhm-ee.

How popular is the name Laramie?

Laramie is currently ranked #1089 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Laramie?

Common nicknames for Laramie include Lara, Rami, and Mia.

What are good middle names for Laramie?

Popular middle name pairings include Laramie Grace, Laramie Jo, Laramie Faith, Laramie Skye, Laramie Mae, and Laramie Elise.

What are good sibling names for Laramie?

Names that pair well with Laramie as siblings include Cheyenne, Dakota, Cody, Shiloh, Wren, and Sage.

How many syllables does Laramie have?

Laramie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Laramie a common or rare name?

Laramie is an uncommon name, ranked #1089 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Laramie

Laramie is a girl name with American origins . The name means "canopy of leafy boughs" in Old French .

Is Laramie a boy or girl name? Laramie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,089 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,044. Laramie is more commonly used as a girl name.

Laramie is currently ranked #1,089 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Laramie has 3 syllables and is pronounced l-EHR-uhm-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Laramie include Lara, Rami, and Mia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Laramie include Lara . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.