Meaning: Laurel tree
The story
An English botanical name from Latin laurus. Laurel wreaths give it an association with victory and honor, but those are cultural symbols rather than additional literal meanings.
Nicknames
- Laurie
- Lolly
Spellings & variants
- Lorelle
Popularity
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In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.
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Origins
Laurel comes from English.
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