The nameLauryn
Lauryn is an English girl's name that was very fashionable in France in the late 1990s.
- Girl's name
- English
Meaning
It is a form of Lauren, linked to the Latin laurus, "laurel".
Origin
English, through Lauren.
History
Lauryn peaked in France in the late 1990s, at the height of singer Lauryn Hill's success. It fell sharply afterwards.
Famous people named Lauryn
- Lauryn Hill, American singer
Popularity of the name Lauryn
Lauryn in France
Lauryn was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 1,105 births over the decade, 52% of all recorded babies named Lauryn. Its rise began around 1997, and it peaked in 1999. Half of all babies named Lauryn in France were born before 2001. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 6 births a year on average, against 22 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Lauryn in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lauryn mean?
It is a form of Lauren, linked to the Latin laurus, "laurel".
What is the origin of the name Lauryn?
English, through Lauren.
Is Lauryn a girl's or a boy's name?
Lauryn is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Lauryn?
Variants and related names of Lauryn include Lauren.
Who are famous people named Lauryn?
Lauryn Hill, American singer.