Laura Weinstein

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Laura Weinstein — laurel
791K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Laura Weinstein 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 Weinstein: Weinstein is a German or Yiddish surname meaning ”wine stone”, referring to the crystals of cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate) that precipitate out of fermenting grape juice. List of people with this surname Alan Weinstein, (born 1943), American mathematician Albert Weinstein (1885–1969), German Olympic track and field athlete Alexander Weinstein (1897–1979), Russian-German mathematician Alexander Weinstein (author), American short story writer and filmmaker Allen Weinstein, (1937–2015), American historian Andrew Weinstein, (1850–1915), British priest, chaplain, and missionary Arnold Weins. 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: Weinstein

Hebrew

Weinstein is a German or Yiddish surname meaning ”wine stone”, referring to the crystals of cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate) that precipitate out of fermenting grape juice. List of people with this surname Alan Weinstein, (born 1943), American mathematician Albert Weinstein (1885–1969), German Olympic track and field athlete Alexander Weinstein (1897–1979), Russian-German mathematician Alexander Weinstein (author), American short story writer and filmmaker Allen Weinstein, (1937–2015), American historian Andrew Weinstein, (1850–1915), British priest, chaplain, and missionary Arnold Weins.

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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

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Weinstein?
The surname Weinstein originates from Hebrew. Weinstein is a German or Yiddish surname meaning ”wine stone”, referring to the crystals of cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate) that precipitate out of fermenting grape juice. List of people with this surname Alan Weinstein, (born 1943), American mathematician Albert Weinstein (1885–1969), German Olympic track and field athlete Alexander Weinstein (1897–1979), Russian-German mathematician Alexander Weinstein (author), American short story writer and filmmaker Allen Weinstein, (1937–2015), American historian Andrew Weinstein, (1850–1915), British priest, chaplain, and missionary Arnold Weins.
What are the origins of the name Laura Weinstein?
The name Laura Weinstein combines two different traditions: the first name Laura has Latin roots, while the surname Weinstein originates from Hebrew.
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