Lauren in Chinese
Lauren in Chinese is 劳伦 (Láo Lún).
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- laurel, victory
Lauren is a name of Latin origin, generally understood to mean "laurel, victory". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1924 and peaked in 1989. Names sharing the same root meaning include Laura, Larry.
3 ways to write Lauren
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
劳伦
Láo Lún
The standard transliteration of Lauren: 劳 (láo, "labor, toil"), 伦 (lún, "human relations; order"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Syllable by syllable: 劳 (láo) carries "lau", 伦 (lún) carries "ren". The tone contour is 2-2 (rising, rising).
Character breakdown
14 strokes total (simplified)- 劳
láo
Tone 2 · 8 strokes (simplified)
labor, toil
- 伦
lún
Tone 2 · 6 strokes (simplified)
human relations; order
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
凯悦
Kǎi Yuè
Inspired by "laurel, victory": 凯 (kǎi, "triumph, victory song") + 悦 (yuè, "pleased, delighted"), expressing victory and honor.
Why these characters?
凯 (triumph, victory song) answers the "laurel" in Lauren's meaning, and 悦 (pleased, delighted) rounds it off as a typical ending for girls' names.
Character breakdown
18 strokes total (simplified)- 凯
kǎi
Tone 3 · 8 strokes (simplified)
triumph, victory song
- 悦
yuè
Tone 4 · 10 strokes (simplified)
pleased, delighted
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
凯荣
Kǎi Róng
凯 (kǎi, "triumph, victory song") + 荣 (róng, "glory, honor"): a natural Chinese given name themed on victory and honor.
Why these characters?
No attractive character closely matches "lau" (láo), so 凯 ("triumph, victory song") and 荣 ("glory, honor") were chosen for victory and honor.
Character breakdown
18 strokes total (simplified)- 凯
kǎi
Tone 3 · 8 strokes (simplified)
triumph, victory song
- 荣
róng
Tone 2 · 10 strokes (simplified)
glory, honor
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Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 466,475 girls named Lauren since 1924, with the high point in 1989 (21,061 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #10 to #148 among girls.
- Peak year
- 1989
- Peak decade
- 1990s
- First year
- 1924
- Total since 1880
- 466,475
More About Lauren in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Lauren offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Lauren, you'll find options that work for you.
Names with the same root meaning include Laura in Chinese, and Larry in Chinese, which share similar origins or meanings.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Laura in Chinese, Larry in Chinese, and Sarah in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Amanda in Chinese, Elizabeth in Chinese, Samantha in Chinese, Stephanie in Chinese, and Nicole in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Lauren, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Lauren to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How is Lauren translated into Chinese?
劳伦 (Láo Lún), or 勞倫 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
Is Lauren written differently in traditional Chinese?
Yes: 劳伦 becomes 勞倫; the changed characters are 劳→勞, 伦→倫. Use traditional for Taiwan or Hong Kong audiences.
How popular is the name Lauren?
US Social Security records show 466,475 girls named Lauren since 1924, with the high point in 1989 (21,061 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #10 to #148 among girls.