Lauren Janson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lauren Janson — French
212K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lauren Janson 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 Janson: Agnes Janson (1861–1947), Swedish mezzo-soprano singer Aleksander Janson (1881–1939), Estonian politician Alfred Janson (1937–2019), Norwegian pianist and composer Andrew Janson (1935–2007), South African rugby union footballer Anton Janson (1620–1687), Dutch printer and typographer after whom the font "Janson" is named Astrid Janson (born 1947), Canadian set and costume designe August Janson (1870–1925), Estonian politician Bengan Janson (born 1963), Swedish accordionist Beth Janson, Canadian film industry executive Cassidy Janson (born 1980), British actress Charles Auguste Marie Joseph, Com. 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: Janson

English

Agnes Janson (1861–1947), Swedish mezzo-soprano singer Aleksander Janson (1881–1939), Estonian politician Alfred Janson (1937–2019), Norwegian pianist and composer Andrew Janson (1935–2007), South African rugby union footballer Anton Janson (1620–1687), Dutch printer and typographer after whom the font "Janson" is named Astrid Janson (born 1947), Canadian set and costume designe August Janson (1870–1925), Estonian politician Bengan Janson (born 1963), Swedish accordionist Beth Janson, Canadian film industry executive Cassidy Janson (born 1980), British actress Charles Auguste Marie Joseph, Com.

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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:

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Notable People Named Lauren Janson

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 Janson:

9
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 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 Janson?
The surname Janson originates from English. Agnes Janson (1861–1947), Swedish mezzo-soprano singer Aleksander Janson (1881–1939), Estonian politician Alfred Janson (1937–2019), Norwegian pianist and composer Andrew Janson (1935–2007), South African rugby union footballer Anton Janson (1620–1687), Dutch printer and typographer after whom the font "Janson" is named Astrid Janson (born 1947), Canadian set and costume designe August Janson (1870–1925), Estonian politician Bengan Janson (born 1963), Swedish accordionist Beth Janson, Canadian film industry executive Cassidy Janson (born 1980), British actress Charles Auguste Marie Joseph, Com.
What are the origins of the name Lauren Janson?
The name Lauren Janson combines two different traditions: the first name Lauren has French roots, while the surname Janson originates from English.
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