Meaning: Laurel, bay tree, crowned with laurel
Origin: Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #8
Total births: 19,105
History: Laura became one of Ireland's most popular names in the 1980s and 1990s, embraced by a generation of Irish parents during a period of growing prosperity and confidence. While Romance in origin, it was thoroughly adopted into Irish family life from Donegal to Wexford. Laura Whitmore from Bray, County Wicklow became a prominent broadcaster. The name appeared consistently in the top charts alongside distinctly Gaelic names, reflecting Ireland's bilingual naming culture.
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