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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Laurel tree; symbolically, honor or victory
- Origin
- English (from Latin 'laurus, ' via the plant name)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LAWR-ul
Laurel comes straight from Latin, by way of the laurel tree, and carries that plant's old association with honor and victory. Said LAWR-ul, it has an English pedigree and a quiet, vintage feel — the kind of name that sounds like it belongs to a woods path or a well-worn family photo. If you like a name with a real botanical root and a softer, old-fashioned charm, Laurel fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Laurel
Meaning: Laurel tree; symbolically, honor or victory.
Origin: English (from Latin 'laurus, ' via the plant name).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Laurel
LAWR-ulIPA /ˈlɔːrəl/
Popularity of Laurel
Laurel hit its high point in 1956, when 1,181 baby girls were given the name; by 2024 it had cooled to #728, with 386 girls named Laurel that year.
Names Like Laurel
These names share Laurel’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Laurel mean?
Laurel tree; symbolically, honor or victory. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Laurel?
Laurel is pronounced LAWR-ul (IPA: /ˈlɔːrəl/).
Is Laurel a popular name right now?
Laurel peaked at #241 in 1956 and is ranked #728 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1883–2024.)
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