Lorel

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Pronounced LOR-uhl /ˈlɔːr.əl/Medium

Meaning: Lorel is a streamlined spelling of Laurel, the nature name from Latin laurus, the laurel or bay tree long tied to victory and honor. The trimmed spelling gives the botanical name a lighter look.Low

In 30 seconds: Lorel is a trim spelling of Laurel, the laurel or bay tree of victory. A soft mid-century nature name, always rare (said LOR-uhl).

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Origin LowEnglish, Latin

MeaningLorel is a streamlined spelling of Laurel, the nature name from Latin laurus, the laurel or bay tree long tied to victory and honor. The trimmed spelling gives the botanical name a lighter look.

U.S. rank (2023)#16617 ↗ Rising

2023 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1956

Total births (all-time)≈ 288

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lorel is a pared-down form of Laurel, from Latin laurus, the evergreen laurel or bay whose leaves crowned poets and champions. As a name it joins the family of gentle botanical girls' names, here in a simplified spelling.

It never spread widely, given to only about fifteen girls a year at its peak in the nineteen-fifties. A Lorel from that time would be a grandmother now.

Did you know? The laurel wreath crowned victors in the ancient world, so even this quiet spelling carries a whisper of triumph and honor.

Overall data confidence 40%

References - Lorel — Variant of Laurel; Latin laurus 'laurel/bay tree'; mid-century cohort

Variations

LaurelLorelleLaurie

Nicknames

Lori

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lorel mean?

It is a variant of Laurel, from Latin laurus, the laurel or bay tree tied to victory and honor.

How do you pronounce Lorel?

It is said LOR-uhl /ˈlɔːr.əl/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lorel a boy or girl name?

Lorel is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Lorel?

It has always been rare, given to only about fifteen girls a year at its peak.