Marie-Laure
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Marie-Laure
Marie-Laure combines two names: Marie derives from Latin "Maria," meaning "of the sea" or "beloved," while Laure comes from Latin "laurea," meaning "laurel" or "crowned with laurel." The compound name is primarily used in French-speaking cultures and has been particularly popular in France since the 19th century, with notable bearers including French mathematician Marie-Laure Tonnelier and Olympic athlete Marie-Laure Delie.
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Etymology
Marie-Laure combines two names: Marie derives from Latin "Maria," meaning "of the sea" or "beloved," while Laure comes from Latin "laurea," meaning "laurel" or "crowned with laurel." The compound name is primarily used in French-speaking cultures and has been particularly popular in France since the 19th century, with notable bearers including French mathematician Marie-Laure Tonnelier and Olympic athlete Marie-Laure Delie.
Marie-Laure currently ranks #6,375 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1970.
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