Girl
Latin
2 syllables
Laurel
LOR-ul
/ˈlɔːr.əl/
"Victory" — a botanical name of classical triumph, fresh green beauty, and quiet grace
Laurel comes from the Latin laurus, the laurel tree whose leaves were woven into crowns for victors, poets, and heroes in ancient Greece and Rome. The name has been used in English since the 19th century as part of the botanical name tradition. It is closely related to Laura and shares its classical imagery of triumph and honour, but feels fresher and more nature-forward than its more popular cousin.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesLau · rel
GenderGirl
OriginLatin
Root Wordlaurus
MeaningLaurel tree, victory
PopularityEstablished
Peak Year2018
Trend
↑ Rising
Name DayJuly 21
Nicknames
LaurieLaur
About the Name Laurel
Laurel refers to the laurel tree, whose leaves symbolised victory and honour in ancient Greece and Rome. The name carries classical connotations of triumph and achievement.
Yes. Both Laurel and Laura derive from the Latin laurus meaning laurel tree. Laurel is the more botanical, nature-forward form of the same root.
Laurel has been rising steadily and reached a modern peak around 2018. It appeals as a fresh alternative to Laura and Lauren that still feels rooted in history.
Laurel Grace, Laurel Anne, and Laurel Elise are lovely pairings. For a fully botanical feel, Laurel Fern or Laurel Violet work beautifully.
Laurels are often seen as graceful, quietly accomplished, and nature-connected — reflecting the name's imagery of victory wreaths and verdant landscapes.
Laurel is occasionally used for boys, particularly in reference to Stan Laurel. However, it is now used almost exclusively for girls in modern naming practice.
Personality of Laurel
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Laurel
Creativity
76%
Elegance
80%
Independence
78%
Intelligence
78%
Strength
70%
Warmth
74%
Famous People Named Laurel
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Laurel Holloman
American actress known for The L Word and Tumbleweeds
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Laurel and Hardy
Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, the iconic comedy duo of the early Hollywood era
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Laurel Clark
American astronaut who died in the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster in 2003
Middle Names for Laurel
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Laurel
Laurel Grace
Laurel Rose
Laurel Anne
Laurel Claire
Laurel June
Laurel Elise
Laurel Violet
Laurel Fern
Laurel Pearl
Laurel Wren
Names Similar to Laurel
Similar Sound
Similar Meaning
Sibling Name Ideas
History of Laurel
776 BC
Laurel wreaths are used at the first Olympic Games to crown victors
1880s
Laurel begins appearing as a given name during the Victorian botanical name trend
1935
The Laurel and Hardy comedy team reach peak popularity, making the name famous worldwide
2018
Laurel reaches its modern US peak, popular as a fresh, nature-forward Laura alternative
Numerology & Symbolism of Laurel
6
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
9
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Libra
6
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Forest Green
💎
Lucky Stone
Jade
🌸
Lucky Flower
Laurel
Laurel Around the World
How Laurel is written in different languages and scripts
لوريل
Arabic
ローレル
Japanese
Лорел
Russian
로렐
Korean
劳雷尔
Chinese
Λόρελ
Greek
लॉरेल
Hindi
לורל
Hebrew
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