Laurel tree or honor
A 19th-century elaboration of Lora or Laura, combining the root 'laurus' with the popular 'inda' suffix. It symbolizes victory and honor, traditionally represented by the laurel wreath in ancient Rome.
Less common today
Lorinda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,533 in 1990.
Pioneering computer scientist at Bell Labs
Prolific American educator and writer of art history books
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
