Laurel or bay tree
Laure is the French form of the Latin name Laura. It refers to the laurel tree, which in ancient times was used to create crowns for victors and poets, symbolizing honor and victory. While common in France, it remains a rare and sophisticated alternative to Laura or Lauren in the United States.
Less common today
Laure isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,326 in 1990.
Olympic gold medalist swimmer
César Award-winning French actress
Renowned French mathematician
French film director and actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
