2006-08-18 12:50:49 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
I like the sound, though you ought also to consider the meaning. . . which is also quite good:
Feminine form of the name "Laurence". From the Roman cognomen Laurentius, which meant "of Laurentum". Laurentum was a city in ancient Italy, its name probably deriving from Latin laurus "laurel".
http://www.behindthename.com/php/view.php?name=laura
http://www.behindthename.com/php/view.php?name=laurence-1
Laurel:
1. A Mediterranean evergreen tree (Laurus nobilis) having aromatic, simple leaves and small blackish berries.
3.a. A wreath of laurel conferred as a mark of honor in ancient times upon poets, heroes, and victors in athletic contests.
...b. Honor and glory won for great achievement. Often used in the plural.
http://www.thefreedictionary.com/laurel
Actually, you have the options of "Laura", "Lauren" and "Laurel". You might try all three and see which one sounds the best to you, not just on its own but with the whole name.
2006-08-18 15:12:15 · answer #1 · answered by bruhaha 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its a great name for a pretty baby girl.
2006-08-18 19:56:16 · answer #2 · answered by Angelbub 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am due in January, if Its a girl we are naming her Lauren...So needless to say, I love it
2006-08-18 19:56:39 · answer #3 · answered by Sunshine 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure, I think that is a really pretty name for a girl.
2006-08-18 19:58:25 · answer #4 · answered by Friend 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES! It's a beautiful name.
2006-08-18 19:56:15 · answer #5 · answered by Demajae 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think its a beautiful name that inspires class and a touch of tradition.
2006-08-18 19:55:02 · answer #6 · answered by kay 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes,its a pretty name. My nieces name!
2006-08-18 19:56:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, I like it. It's a pretty name.
2006-08-18 20:08:54 · answer #8 · answered by mark-n-amy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like it....it is classic and pretty...not out there like a lot of names these days...
2006-08-18 19:57:24 · answer #9 · answered by lahaina luau 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is if you like it. What does it matter what we all think?? We are not the ones that are going to be raising the baby...
2006-08-18 19:55:40 · answer #10 · answered by eld_teacher 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋