UK girl's name
Alaura
Combination of names Laura (of Latin origin meaning "laurel plant") and Alana ("inestimable").
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Alaura is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Alaura popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2015 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Alaura. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Alaura ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 4 girls were registered as Alaura.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Alaura as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Alaura mean?
The name Alaura is a relatively modern combination of two distinct names, Alara and Laura. Its origins can be traced back to the late 20th century, with its earliest known use dating back to the 1970s.
The first part of the name, Alara, is believed to have its roots in the Sanskrit language, where it means "beautiful" or "lovely." This name has been popular in India and other parts of South Asia for centuries. The name Laura, on the other hand, has its origins in the Latin word "laurus," which means "laurel."
While there are no known historical references or ancient texts that directly mention the name Alaura, its components have been present in various cultures for a long time. The name Laura has been widely used in many European countries, and it has been particularly popular in Italy and Spain.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Alaura can be found in the United States, where a few individuals were given this name in the late 1970s and early 1980s. However, it was not until the late 20th and early 21st centuries that the name gained more widespread popularity.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who have borne the name Alaura. One such person is Alaura Kaye Gray (born in 1983), an American singer-songwriter and musician. Another is Alaura Wheat (born in 1986), an American softball player who competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Additionally, Alaura Browder (born in 1990) is an American actress known for her role in the TV series "Glee." Alaura Zeppenfeldt (born in 1995) is a German ice hockey player who has represented her country at various international competitions.
Lastly, Alaura Tate (born in 1998) is an American gymnast who has won multiple national and international titles in her career.
It is worth noting that while the name Alaura has gained some popularity in recent decades, it is still relatively uncommon compared to more traditional names. Its unique blend of cultural influences and its melodic sound have contributed to its appeal among parents seeking a distinctive name for their child.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Alaura over time
The chart below shows babies named Alaura registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Alaura, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Alaura by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Alaura was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5891 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4750 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Alaura
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Alaura: questions and answers
How popular is the name Alaura in the UK right now?
In 2024, Alaura was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Alaura most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 4 babies registered as Alaura in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Alaura?
Combination of names Laura (of Latin origin meaning "laurel plant") and Alana ("inestimable").
How many people are called Alaura in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Alaura across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.