Laurel or bay tree
A variant of Lauren or Lorena, derived from the Latin 'Laurus'. It refers to the laurel tree, which was used in ancient Greece and Rome to create crowns for victors and scholars, symbolizing honor and achievement.
About 17 girls were named Lorene in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American film director and screenwriter
Biochemist and first woman president of a major public university
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