Lauryn

#56 in Mississippi

Meaning of Lauryn

Lauryn is a sunshine-bright twist on the classic Lauren, both rooted in the Latin word “laurus,” the laurel wreath that once crowned Roman victors and whispered, “You’ve got this!” That little y trades formality for flair, and modern ears can’t help but think of Grammy-winning powerhouse Lauryn Hill, whose soulful voice catapulted the name up the charts in the late ’90s. Parents love how Lauryn feels both timeless and fresh—one foot in ancient Rome, the other tapping to hip-hop beats. It’s pronounced LAW-rin, easy as a summer breeze, and it carries a quiet promise of triumph, creativity, and a hint of rebel sparkle. Picture a fearless girl racing down life’s boulevard, laurel leaves in her hair and a song in her heart; that’s Lauryn.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as LAW-rin (/ˈlɔrɪn/)

British English

  • Pronunced as LOHR-in (/ˈlɔrɪn/)

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Notable People Named Lauryn

Lauryn Hill -
Lauryn Williams -
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