What is the origin of the name Lura?

Lura is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Lura?

Lura is currently ranked #10720 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

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GirlLatin

Lura

LOOR-ah

Popularity

#10720

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

9,555

Peak Year

#230 in 1917

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Likely a short form of Laura, from Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel' or 'bay leaf'.

Nickname Watch

Lue Rara

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Numerology

The Idealist

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Nicknames

Lue Rara

Spelling Variations

Laura Lora

Similar Names

Clara Dora Flora Mara

Personality Traits

IntelligentSuccessfulCharmingWise

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