Find out how popular the first name Laurna has been for the last 8 years (from 1994 to 2001) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Laurna by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Laurna is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2001, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Laurna.

The history of the first name Laurna

Laurna is a feminine given name with roots tracing back to ancient Roman times. It is believed to be a variation of the Latin name Laura, which itself derives from the word "laurus" meaning "laurel tree" or "laurel wreath". The laurel wreath was an important symbol in ancient Rome, often awarded to victors and scholars as a mark of honor and achievement.

In its earliest recorded use, the name Laurna appeared as a variant spelling in medieval Latin texts from the 8th to 10th centuries. During this period, it was occasionally bestowed upon noble women in parts of modern-day Italy and France. One of the first documented instances was Laurna di Firenze, a noblewoman from Florence who lived in the late 9th century.

The name gained further recognition in the 12th century when it was borne by Laurna of Brittany, a Breton duchess and influential figure in the courts of France and England. Born in 1115, she played a pivotal role in the ongoing conflicts between the Angevin and Plantagenet dynasties, ultimately supporting the claim of Henry II to the English throne.

As the Renaissance period dawned, Laurna remained a popular choice among the Italian nobility. Notable examples include Laurna Medici (1456-1501), a member of the powerful Medici family and patron of the arts, and Laurna Borgia (1480-1519), daughter of the infamous Rodrigo Borgia (Pope Alexander VI).

In the 17th century, the name made its way to the British Isles, where it was occasionally used by aristocratic families. One such example was Laurna Cavendish (1637-1673), an English noblewoman and courtier during the reign of Charles II.

As the centuries passed, the name Laurna continued to be used, albeit more sporadically. Notable bearers include Laurna Keats (1819-1899), the sister of the renowned Romantic poet John Keats, and Laurna Gilman (1845-1923), an American author and educator who founded the Gilman School for Girls in Baltimore.

While not as common as its root name Laura, Laurna has maintained a modest presence throughout history, carried by women from various walks of life and cultures. Its enduring connection to the symbolic laurel wreath and its association with honor and achievement have contributed to its longevity as a given name.

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