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Name Origin

Laurie is traditionally a diminutive form of the name Laurel, which has Latin origins and means 'laurel tree'. The laurel tree was associated with victory and honor in ancient Rome, making Laurel a name symbolizing achievement and success. Laurie, as a shortened version, retains these connotations while also embodying a sense of sweetness and approachability.

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Famous People

Laurie Anderson (1947-)

musician, composer, performance artist

  • Grammy Award winner for Best Alternative Music Album (Homeland)
  • Known for avant-garde and electronic music

Laurie Metcalf (1955-)

actress

  • Three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (Roseanne)
  • Tony Award winner for Best Featured Actress in a Play (Oliver Twist)

Laurie Halse Anderson (1961-)

author

  • Award-winning young adult author known for books like Speak and The Impossible Knife of Memory
  • National Book Award finalist