How can you honor Laura with a baby name?

To honor Laura, you could start with Lauren (related form) or Lori (a short form). Choose a name below to read its meaning and story.

You can also keep Laura as a first or middle name.

Other forms and languages

Lauren Related form

Laurel Related form

Lauryn Same name, another spelling

Lora Related form

Short and affectionate forms

Lori Short form

118 US registrations in 2025.

Laurie Short form

60 US registrations in 2025.

Lauretta Italian · Affectionate form

11 US registrations in 2025.

Forms come from our verified name families and directly documented language links. Uncertain family links are left out. Follow a name for the full history.

Counts for these forms: US Social Security Administration, 2025. We add the published counts for girls and boys with the exact spelling. The source withholds counts below five.

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