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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Laurel tree

Loria is a feminine name certain to sweep baby to impressive new heights. A pleasing variation of Laura, Loria is rooted in the Latin Lauras, which means "bay laurel plant." The significance of the lauded laurel lies in Ancient Greece, where it was the traditional leaf of choice for weaving honorable wreaths and crowns. Today, Loria enjoys the same symbolic weight, bestowing upon baby powerful associations with victory and achievement—a Nobel Laureate in the making.