Lorena: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Lorena · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Lorena: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«From Lorraine, laurel»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Latin-French
Popularity
85 out of 100
Where Lorena is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro Civil#26
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About the Name Lorena
Lorena draws on Latin-French tradition and is generally taken to mean "From Lorraine, laurel." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Lorena and carries 3 syllables. Lorena is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Lorena is a well-loved favorite, scoring 85 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as nature.
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FAQ
What does the name Lorena mean?+
The name Lorena means "From Lorraine, laurel".
What is the origin of the name Lorena?+
Lorena is a name of Latin-French origin.
Is Lorena a girl or boy name?+
Lorena is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lorena?+
Lorena is pronounced Lorena (3 syllables).
Is Lorena a popular name?+
Lorena is a well-loved favorite, scoring 85 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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