Laura Stivers

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Laura Stivers — laurel
791K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Laura Stivers 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 Stivers: Terri Stivers, a fictional character in Homicide: Life on the Street Stivers School for the Arts, Dayton, Ohio, U.S. People with the surname Ben Stivers (born 1968), American piano, organ, and keyboard player Camilla Stivers (born 1938), American public administration scholar Don Stivers (1926–2009), American artist George William Stivers (1920–1945), American soldier Gregory N. Stivers (born 1960), American judge Herbert Lee Stivers (1926–2018), American soldier and prison guard John D. Stivers (1861–1935), American newspaper publisher and politician Moses D. 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: Stivers

English

Terri Stivers, a fictional character in Homicide: Life on the Street Stivers School for the Arts, Dayton, Ohio, U.S. People with the surname Ben Stivers (born 1968), American piano, organ, and keyboard player Camilla Stivers (born 1938), American public administration scholar Don Stivers (1926–2009), American artist George William Stivers (1920–1945), American soldier Gregory N. Stivers (born 1960), American judge Herbert Lee Stivers (1926–2018), American soldier and prison guard John D. Stivers (1861–1935), American newspaper publisher and politician Moses D.

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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 Stivers

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 Stivers:

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 Stivers?
The surname Stivers originates from English. Terri Stivers, a fictional character in Homicide: Life on the Street Stivers School for the Arts, Dayton, Ohio, U.S. People with the surname Ben Stivers (born 1968), American piano, organ, and keyboard player Camilla Stivers (born 1938), American public administration scholar Don Stivers (1926–2009), American artist George William Stivers (1920–1945), American soldier Gregory N. Stivers (born 1960), American judge Herbert Lee Stivers (1926–2018), American soldier and prison guard John D. Stivers (1861–1935), American newspaper publisher and politician Moses D.
What are the origins of the name Laura Stivers?
The name Laura Stivers combines two different traditions: the first name Laura has Latin roots, while the surname Stivers originates from English.
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