Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Laureen

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Laurel

      Variations

      Laurens, Laurent, Laurien
      The name Laureen, originating from English, derives its meaning from the term laurel. Laurel is a symbol of victory and honor, often associated with the ancient Greeks and Romans. In ancient times, laurel wreaths were awarded to champions and scholars as a symbol of their achievements. The name Laureen embodies these connotations of victory and distinction.

      Throughout history, variants of the name Laureen have been documented across different cultures. In the English-speaking world, names such as Laurel, Laura, and Lauren have been derived from Laureen. Additionally, the name has appeared in various forms in different languages, including Laurette in French and Laura in Italian and Spanish.

      In modern-day usage, Laureen continues to be a beloved and cherished name. It retains its association with victory and distinction, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking to honor their child's potential for achievement. As a timeless name, Laureen has remained popular across generations, maintaining its appeal in both English-speaking countries and beyond. Its significance derived from laurel, a potent symbol of triumph, adds a touch of honor and ambition to those who bear the name.

      Based on our records...

      Johnson

      Johnson

      This is the most common surname associated with Laureen.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Laureen.
      Abraham

      Abraham

      This is the most common name for a child of a Laureen.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1949 is when there were the most people born with the first name Laureen.

      Explore the origins of another name.