Unisex Name
Laurie
ˈlɔɹ.i
ˈlɑu̯.ri
Overview
Gender
feminine & masculine
Origin
Categories
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
Emergency characters
ends in -ie
Euphoria characters
Family Affair characters
female US presidential candidates
isograms
Jamaican sprinters
literature
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
classic65%
youthful80%
informal80%
natural80%
wholesome120%
refined100%
simple100%
Meaning & Etymology
Laurie is a diminutive form of the names Laura or Laurence. Laura originates from the Latin word 'laurus', meaning 'laurel', a symbol of victory and honor. Laurence, derived from the Roman surname Laurentius, also relates to the laurel plant. The name Laurie has been used as both a given name and a surname, and it carries connotations of victory, honor, and distinction.
Etymology
Original Form:
Laura, Laurence
Evolution:
Laurie evolved as a diminutive form of Laura and Laurence, adapting over time to become a standalone name.
Source:
Latin 'laurus' (laurel)