Laramie

Gender: Unisex
Origin: French, American place name
Meaning: Canopy of leafy branches or bouquet
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names

Laramie Name Meaning and Origin

Laramie is a name meaning “canopy of leafy branches or bouquet”, from French origin.

Laramie comes from French. It is based on the surname of Jacques La Ramée, a French-Canadian fur trapper and explorer in the early 19th century. The name likely comes from the Old French word ramee, which means “canopy of leafy branches” or “bouquet.” It is a gender-neutral name, though it is a bit more common for boys. Laramie is also linked to the city and county in Wyoming that share the name, giving it a Western, adventurous feel.

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