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Laurel

female

Meaning

"Laurel Tree"

From Latin laurus, the laurel symbolizes honor and victory, and the name entered English usage as a botanical given name.

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Popularity History of Laurel

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Laurel was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
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lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Laurel Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Laurel.

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Laurie
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Baby Name Lists That Include Laurel

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Quick Facts

OriginLatin, English
Syllables2
Length6 letters

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