What Does the Name Laura Mean
The name Laura comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Laura below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Laura Name Meaning
English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Finnish, Estonian, Hungarian, Polish, Slovene, Croatian, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, German, Dutch, Late RomanFeminine form of the Late Latin name Laurus, which meant...
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What does the name Laura mean?
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Is Laura a boy or girl name?
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