Laurel
- OriginLatin
- Meaninglaurel tree
- SyllablesLau-rel (2 syllables, 6 letters)
- PopularityPopular
- NicknamesLauri, Rel, Lolly, Lori, Elle
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Rich with botanical elegance, this name conjures images of verdant gardens and classical symbolism. It possesses a vintage charm that's experiencing renewed appreciation, making it both nostalgic and fresh simultaneously. The name's association with achievement and honor adds a layer of distinction that can inspire confidence. Its soft 'l' sounds create a gentle, approachable quality while the overall structure maintains dignity and poise. This option suits parents who value nature-inspired names but prefer something less commonly encountered than Rose or Lily. The name ages exceptionally well, adapting gracefully from childhood through all life stages with equal appropriateness.
- Famous people
- Laurel Holloman - American actress and artist
- Laurel Burch - American artist and designer
- Laurel Clark - American astronaut and medical doctor
- Laurel Nakadate - American video artist and photographer
- Laurel Edwards - American country music radio host
- Laurel Snyder - American author and poet
- Laurel Thatcher Ulrich - American historian and Pulitzer Prize winner
- Laurel Halo - American electronic musician and producer
- Laurel Clark Runnels - American model and Miss America 2014
- Laurel Aitken - Jamaican singer and songwriter
- Laurel Cohen-Pfister - American professional golfer
- Laurel Cronin - American actress and comedian
- Laurel Kemper - American figure skater
- Laurel Vail - American actress and producer
- Laurel Frank - Australian Paralympic athlete
- Laurel van der Wal - Dutch field hockey player
- Laurel McGoff - Canadian curler
- Laurel King - British archaeologist and academic
- Laurel Clark Kelley - American biographer and historian
- In fiction
- Laurel Castillo - Character from the TV series "How to Get Away with Murder"
- Laurel Gand - Character from the Star Wars Expanded Universe
- Laurel Lightfoot - Character from the animated movie "Onward"
- Laurel Grayson - Character from the TV series "The Good Wife"
- Laurel O'Donnell - Character from the TV series "Power Rangers Dino Thunder"
- Laurel Mercer - Character from the TV series "The Lying Game"
- Laurel Takashima - Character from the TV series "Babylon 5"
- Laurel Lance - Character from the TV series "Arrow"
- Laurel Banning - Character from the soap opera "One Life to Live"
- Laurel Darva - Character from the TV series "Guiding Light"
- Laurel Coppock - Actress known as Jan from Toyota commercials
- Laurel Holloman - Character from the TV series "The L Word"
- Laurel Ritter - Character from the TV series "Supernatural"
- Laurel Wreath - Character from the webcomic "The Wandering Ones"
- Laurel Proudfoot - Character from the book "The House with Chicken Legs"
- Laurel Ann Boyd - Character from the book "The Whispers of the Fallen"
- Laurel Smith - Character from the TV series "Young Americans"
- Laurel-Darkeyes - Character from the book "Mage's Blood" by David Hair
- Laurel Simmons - Character from the TV series "Beyond Belief - Fact or Fiction"
- In lists6 Letter Girl Names
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