Lauren Thrower

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lauren Thrower — French
212K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lauren Thrower 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 Thrower: Ben Thrower (born 2000), French Horn player Debbie Thrower (born 1957), British television presenter Edd Thrower (born 1982), English rugby union footballer Francis Thrower Fairey (1887–1971), Canadian politician, member of the Canadian House of Commons James Thrower (1936–1999), British academic and writer Norma Thrower (born 1936), retired Australian hurdler Percy Thrower MBE (1913–1988), British gardener, horticulturist, broadcaster and writer Peter Thrower (born 1938), professor emeritus of materials science and engineering at Pennsylvania State University Randolph W. 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: Thrower

French

Ben Thrower (born 2000), French Horn player Debbie Thrower (born 1957), British television presenter Edd Thrower (born 1982), English rugby union footballer Francis Thrower Fairey (1887–1971), Canadian politician, member of the Canadian House of Commons James Thrower (1936–1999), British academic and writer Norma Thrower (born 1936), retired Australian hurdler Percy Thrower MBE (1913–1988), British gardener, horticulturist, broadcaster and writer Peter Thrower (born 1938), professor emeritus of materials science and engineering at Pennsylvania State University Randolph W.

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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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Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

5
Personality Number

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

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 Thrower?
The surname Thrower originates from French. Ben Thrower (born 2000), French Horn player Debbie Thrower (born 1957), British television presenter Edd Thrower (born 1982), English rugby union footballer Francis Thrower Fairey (1887–1971), Canadian politician, member of the Canadian House of Commons James Thrower (1936–1999), British academic and writer Norma Thrower (born 1936), retired Australian hurdler Percy Thrower MBE (1913–1988), British gardener, horticulturist, broadcaster and writer Peter Thrower (born 1938), professor emeritus of materials science and engineering at Pennsylvania State University Randolph W.
How common is the surname Thrower?
The surname Thrower is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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