Laura Gallion

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Laura Gallion — laurel
791K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Laura Gallion 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 Gallion: Gallion, Alabama, a community in Hale County, Alabama Gallion (plant genus), a former genus in the family Rubiaceae People with the surname Arthur Gallion (1902–1978), American architect Bob Gallion (1924–1999), American country music singer Jérôme Gallion (born 1955), French rugby union player Josh Gallion (born 1979), American politician MacDonald Gallion (1913–2007), Alabama Attorney General Rex Gallion (1915–1975), American country-western guitarist 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: Gallion

French

Gallion, Alabama, a community in Hale County, Alabama Gallion (plant genus), a former genus in the family Rubiaceae People with the surname Arthur Gallion (1902–1978), American architect Bob Gallion (1924–1999), American country music singer Jérôme Gallion (born 1955), French rugby union player Josh Gallion (born 1979), American politician MacDonald Gallion (1913–2007), Alabama Attorney General Rex Gallion (1915–1975), American country-western guitarist

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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 Gallion

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 Gallion:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Gallion?
The surname Gallion originates from French. Gallion, Alabama, a community in Hale County, Alabama Gallion (plant genus), a former genus in the family Rubiaceae People with the surname Arthur Gallion (1902–1978), American architect Bob Gallion (1924–1999), American country music singer Jérôme Gallion (born 1955), French rugby union player Josh Gallion (born 1979), American politician MacDonald Gallion (1913–2007), Alabama Attorney General Rex Gallion (1915–1975), American country-western guitarist
What are the origins of the name Laura Gallion?
The name Laura Gallion combines two different traditions: the first name Laura has Latin roots, while the surname Gallion originates from French.
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