Origin of the name Laura:
Derived from the Latin laurus (laurel, an evergreen shrub or tree whose leaves were woven into wreaths by the ancient Greeks to crown victors in various contests). Originally a Latin name, Laura came into use in England in the 19th century, and is now popularly bestowed throughout the English-speaking world.
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While checking an old family Bible, I found that the person that I, Lora, was named after was originally placed in the Bible as "Allora". Very pretty; I think.
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In my lifetime, I think I've only met, perhaps, 10 other Loras.
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Lor, Lo, Loa, Rory, Laurie,
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While in the National Cathedral, I looked in a book of Anglican names and found Lora. The book said the usual about the laurel bush but also said that one of the handmaidens of Anne Bolyn was named Lora.
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All Laura never seen Lora except ocassionally in the credits.
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