Lauren Fried

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lauren Fried — French
212K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Lauren Fried is a name that combines French origins. The first name Lauren is a feminine given name of French origin. Lauren is mostly a feminine given name. The name's meaning may be "laurel tree", "sweet of honor", or "wisdom". It is derived from the French name Laurence, a feminine version of Laurent, which is in turn derived from the Roman surname Laurentius. Although originally a male name, the name's popularity with females has been widely attributed to actress Lauren Bacall. It is a popular name in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia. In the U.S. the name ranked #170 in 2018 and #148 in 2017. The name was most popular in the U.S. in the 1980s and 1990s. The surname Fried: Fried (pronounced /ˈfriːd/ FREED) is a Yiddish-language surname and also a German-language surname of German ancestry. Alfred Hermann Fried, Austrian Jewish pacifist, publicist, journalist, Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1911 Andrew Fried, American director Barbara Fried (born 1951), American lawyer and professor Sir Bradley Fried, South African-British businessman Charles Fried, American jurist and lawyer Carl Simon Fried, German radiotherapy pioneer Cy Fried, American baseball player Daniel Fried, American career diplomat, ambassador and Special Envoy Emanuel Fried, American dramatist Eugen Fri. Lauren is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 212K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lauren reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lauren

French

Lauren is mostly a feminine given name. The name's meaning may be "laurel tree", "sweet of honor", or "wisdom". It is derived from the French name Laurence, a feminine version of Laurent, which is in turn derived from the Roman surname Laurentius. Although originally a male name, the name's popularity with females has been widely attributed to actress Lauren Bacall. It is a popular name in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia. In the U.S. the name ranked #170 in 2018 and #148 in 2017. The name was most popular in the U.S. in the 1980s and 1990s.

Surname: Fried

Hebrew

Fried (pronounced /ˈfriːd/ FREED) is a Yiddish-language surname and also a German-language surname of German ancestry. Alfred Hermann Fried, Austrian Jewish pacifist, publicist, journalist, Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1911 Andrew Fried, American director Barbara Fried (born 1951), American lawyer and professor Sir Bradley Fried, South African-British businessman Charles Fried, American jurist and lawyer Carl Simon Fried, German radiotherapy pioneer Cy Fried, American baseball player Daniel Fried, American career diplomat, ambassador and Special Envoy Emanuel Fried, American dramatist Eugen Fri.

Advertisement

Geographic Distribution

The first name Lauren is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lauren by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Notable People Named Lauren Fried

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 Lauren Fried:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Lauren?
The first name Lauren originates from French. Lauren is mostly a feminine given name. The name's meaning may be "laurel tree", "sweet of honor", or "wisdom". It is derived from the French name Laurence, a feminine version of Laurent, which is in turn derived from the Roman surname Laurentius. Although originally a male name, the name's popularity with females has been widely attributed to actress Lauren Bacall. It is a popular name in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia. In the U.S. the name ranked #170 in 2018 and #148 in 2017. The name was most popular in the U.S. in the 1980s and 1990s.
When was Lauren most popular?
The name Lauren reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Fried?
The surname Fried originates from Hebrew. Fried (pronounced /ˈfriːd/ FREED) is a Yiddish-language surname and also a German-language surname of German ancestry. Alfred Hermann Fried, Austrian Jewish pacifist, publicist, journalist, Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1911 Andrew Fried, American director Barbara Fried (born 1951), American lawyer and professor Sir Bradley Fried, South African-British businessman Charles Fried, American jurist and lawyer Carl Simon Fried, German radiotherapy pioneer Cy Fried, American baseball player Daniel Fried, American career diplomat, ambassador and Special Envoy Emanuel Fried, American dramatist Eugen Fri.
What are the origins of the name Lauren Fried?
The name Lauren Fried combines two different traditions: the first name Lauren has French roots, while the surname Fried originates from Hebrew.
Advertisement