Laurin
Pronunciation: [ l-AWR-ihn ]
Laurin is a boy baby name. Ranked #28,392 in the US, popular nicknames include Lau, Lay, and Lauie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Laurin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 175 babies have been named Laurin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Laurin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,392 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,392
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Laurin is also used as a girl name, ranked #65713.
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About the Name Laurin
Laurin is a boy name .
Is Laurin a boy or girl name? Laurin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #28,392 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #65,713. Laurin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Laurin is currently ranked #28,392 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Laurin include Lau, Lay, Lauie, and Laurie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Laurin include Laurence, Lauro . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis