Laura Getz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Laura Getz — laurel
791K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Laura Getz 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 Getz: Arthur Getz (1913–1996), American artist and illustrator Bernhard Getz (1850–1901), Norwegian judge, professor and politician Chris Getz (born 1983), American baseball player Eyvind Getz (1888–1956), Norwegian barrister and politician Gus Getz (1889–1969), American baseball player Ileen Getz (1961–2005), American actress James Lawrence Getz (1821–1891), American politician and newspaper founder Jane Getz (born 1942), American jazz pianist John Getz (born 1946), American actor Kerry Getz (born 1975), American skateboarder Morton H. 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: Getz

English

Arthur Getz (1913–1996), American artist and illustrator Bernhard Getz (1850–1901), Norwegian judge, professor and politician Chris Getz (born 1983), American baseball player Eyvind Getz (1888–1956), Norwegian barrister and politician Gus Getz (1889–1969), American baseball player Ileen Getz (1961–2005), American actress James Lawrence Getz (1821–1891), American politician and newspaper founder Jane Getz (born 1942), American jazz pianist John Getz (born 1946), American actor Kerry Getz (born 1975), American skateboarder Morton H.

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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 Getz

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 Getz:

3
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Getz?
The surname Getz originates from English. Arthur Getz (1913–1996), American artist and illustrator Bernhard Getz (1850–1901), Norwegian judge, professor and politician Chris Getz (born 1983), American baseball player Eyvind Getz (1888–1956), Norwegian barrister and politician Gus Getz (1889–1969), American baseball player Ileen Getz (1961–2005), American actress James Lawrence Getz (1821–1891), American politician and newspaper founder Jane Getz (born 1942), American jazz pianist John Getz (born 1946), American actor Kerry Getz (born 1975), American skateboarder Morton H.
What are the origins of the name Laura Getz?
The name Laura Getz combines two different traditions: the first name Laura has Latin roots, while the surname Getz originates from English.
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