Laura Coombs

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Laura Coombs — laurel
791K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Laura Coombs is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Laura is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Dal latino laurus (alloro), simbolo di vittoria e onore. Francesco Petrarca immortalò il nome nel Canzoniere, dedicato alla sua amata Laura. The surname Coombs: Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis. Laura is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 791K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Laura reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Laura

Meaning: laurel

Latin

Dal latino laurus (alloro), simbolo di vittoria e onore. Francesco Petrarca immortalò il nome nel Canzoniere, dedicato alla sua amata Laura.

Surname: Coombs

English

Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Laura is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Laura by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Laura has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Lauren
  • Laurie
  • Lora
  • Loretta
  • Laureen

Notable People Named Laura Coombs

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Laura Coombs:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Laura?
The first name Laura originates from Latin. Dal latino laurus (alloro), simbolo di vittoria e onore. Francesco Petrarca immortalò il nome nel Canzoniere, dedicato alla sua amata Laura.
When was Laura most popular?
The name Laura reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Coombs?
The surname Coombs originates from English. Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis.
What are the origins of the name Laura Coombs?
The name Laura Coombs combines two different traditions: the first name Laura has Latin roots, while the surname Coombs originates from English.
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