Lauralea is a unique and beautiful name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin word "laurus," which means "laurel" or "bay tree." In ancient times, laurel leaves were used to make wreaths for victorious athletes and poets as a symbol of their achievements.
The name Lauralea was popularized in the 20th century by American author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings in her novel "The Yearling," where she used it as the name of one of the main characters. Since then, it has gained recognition as an attractive and distinctive name for girls.
Despite its Latin origin, Lauralea does not have a specific meaning or associated traits beyond its connection to the laurel tree. It is simply a beautiful and unique name that stands on its own merits. If you are looking for a name that is both elegant and distinctive, Lauralea may be an excellent choice.
In the United States, the name Lauralea has been given to a total of 23 babies over the years according to Social Security Administration data. The name first appeared in the top 1000 names for girls in 1966 and remained there until 1982.
During this period, there were four peak years for the name Lauralea:
* In 1966, 5 baby girls were named Lauralea.
* In 1967, another 5 babies were given the name Lauralea.
* Four years later, in 1971, there were again 5 births of girls named Lauralea.
* The highest number of babies named Lauralea occurred in 1982, with a total of 8 births.
While these numbers are relatively small compared to other popular names during this time period, they show that Lauralea was a distinctive and uncommon choice for parents naming their daughters over the span of two decades.