Laura Eddington

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Laura Eddington — laurel
791K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Laura Eddington 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 Eddington: Arthur Stanley Eddington (1882–1944), English astrophysicist E. Keith Eddington (1923–2007), American graphic designer Gordon Edington (born 1945), English businessman Patrick G. Eddington, CIA imagery analyst Paul Eddington (1927–1995), English actor Rod Eddington (born 1950), Australian businessman Sophie Edington (born 1984), Australian swimmer Stump Edington (1891–1969), American baseball player William Edington (died 1366), English bishop and administrator Michael Eddington, a character in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine 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: Eddington

English

Arthur Stanley Eddington (1882–1944), English astrophysicist E. Keith Eddington (1923–2007), American graphic designer Gordon Edington (born 1945), English businessman Patrick G. Eddington, CIA imagery analyst Paul Eddington (1927–1995), English actor Rod Eddington (born 1950), Australian businessman Sophie Edington (born 1984), Australian swimmer Stump Edington (1891–1969), American baseball player William Edington (died 1366), English bishop and administrator Michael Eddington, a character in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine

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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 Eddington

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 Eddington:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Eddington?
The surname Eddington originates from English. Arthur Stanley Eddington (1882–1944), English astrophysicist E. Keith Eddington (1923–2007), American graphic designer Gordon Edington (born 1945), English businessman Patrick G. Eddington, CIA imagery analyst Paul Eddington (1927–1995), English actor Rod Eddington (born 1950), Australian businessman Sophie Edington (born 1984), Australian swimmer Stump Edington (1891–1969), American baseball player William Edington (died 1366), English bishop and administrator Michael Eddington, a character in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
What are the origins of the name Laura Eddington?
The name Laura Eddington combines two different traditions: the first name Laura has Latin roots, while the surname Eddington originates from English.
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