Lora

Meaning laurel tree
Origin Latin
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification Lo-ra

About Lora

Lora presents itself with quiet elegance and timeless charm. This streamlined variation offers a lighter touch than its more common cousin, feeling both vintage and refreshingly modern. The name flows effortlessly, consisting of just two syllables that create a melodic rhythm. Many parents appreciate its simplicity—there's no complexity in pronunciation, no constant corrections needed. Lora has an understated quality that allows a child's personality to shine without the weight of an overly elaborate name. It suggests someone artistic and thoughtful, perhaps drawn to creative pursuits or literary endeavors. The name ages beautifully, working just as well for a toddler as for a professional adult. Its brevity makes it an excellent choice for longer surnames, providing balance without creating tongue-twisters. Lora carries a gentle femininity without feeling overly delicate or precious. Parents who choose this name often value authenticity and substance over trends. It's a name that whispers rather than shouts, leaving room for the individual to define herself.

Variations of Name Lora

Laura
Laurah
Laure
Loura
Lauren
Lily
Layla
Lucy

Nicknames for Lora

Lo
Lor
Lori
Lolo
Lora

Famous People Named Lora

Lora BurkeCanadian actress
Lora S. IrishAmerican author and artist
Lora L. KelleyAmerican cinematographer
Lora A. HollandAmerican psychologist and author
Lora LeighAmerican author of romance novels
Lora HirschbergAmerican sound re-recording mixer
Lora L. TuckerAmerican judge
Lora B. MooreAmerican educator and writer
Lora A. JanssonAmerican geologist and paleontologist
Lora WoodAmerican tennis player
Lora M. RobinsAmerican philanthropist
Lora ReynoldsAmerican art collector and gallery owner
Lora OttenadAmerican model and actress
Lora GheysenBelgian judoka
Lora LogicAmerican singer and musician
Lora HeinyAmerican software developer and entrepreneur
Lora DaviesBritish documentary filmmaker

Characters Named Lora

Lora BelovaCharacter in the video game "Final Fantasy XIV"
Lora LeeCharacter in the novel "South Wind" by Norman Douglas
Lora GibsonCharacter in the film "Blackboard Jungle"
Lora PalmerCharacter in the TV series "Twin Peaks"
Lora TysonCharacter in the film "Three on a Match"