NAME PROFILE
Laurin
A modern variation derived from the Hebrew name Shana or Shane, meaning 'God is gracious'; it describes a person who is spirited, deeply creative, and possesses a natural ability to inspire others with their warmth.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,078 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1989 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1972 |
| Most recent | 2002 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | African-American, English, Hebrew |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NC — 35%TX — 31%CA — 23%FL — 8%MS — 4%
Notable People
Shanetta Y. Cutlar (Civil Rights Attorney and legal expert) · Shanetta McDonald (Competitive Track and Field athlete) · Shanetta Little (Inspirational Author and speaker) · Shanetta Bush (Entrepreneur and community leader) · Shanetta Wilson (Television actress and model)
Nicknames & Diminutives
NettaNettieShayShan
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