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Female

Laura

Name Meaning:

Feminine form of Laurus, meaning "laurel tree," symbolizing honor and victory. From the Roman cognomen Laurentius ("from Laurentum").

Noteable Namesakes

Laura Bush (US First Lady); Laura Dern (Actress); Laura Linney (Actress); Laura Ingalls Wilder (Author); Petrarch's Laura

Origin

Latin

Popularity

US: #445, UK: #308

Variations/Nicknames

Laurie; Lori; Lauren; Laurel; Loretta

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