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Meaning of Laura - What does the name Laura means?

Pronunciation:

lau-rah

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Origin:

Irish

Name Meaning:

A borrowing from the English, Laura is derived from the Latin laurus (laurel, an evergreen shrub or tree whose leaves were woven into wreaths by the ancient Greeks to crown victors in various contests). Originally an Italian name, Laura came into use in England in the 19th century and is now popularly bestowed throughout the English-speaking world

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