Laura

A distinctive pick — fewer than 24 pets share this name.

More girlsgracefulsereneAlso a baby name →
#3402

Meaning & Story

Laura is a Latin name from laurel, the bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis) whose leaves were used in ancient Rome to crown victors and poets. It suggests achievement, honor, and classical beauty.

Laura is one of those names that carries centuries of poetry in it — Petrarch wrote sonnets to his Laura, and that association with being someone's muse and inspiration has never fully faded. It's a name of quiet beauty and genuine substance, the kind that wears well over a lifetime. For a graceful, somewhat serene pet who seems to inspire devotion rather than demanding it, Laura is completely right. Classic, elegant, and entirely timeless.

At a Glance

#3402
Overall Rank
24
Registered
Girls
Popular With

Laura's Personality

Pets named Laura are most often described as:

  • gracefulStrong match
  • sereneCommon
  • elegantSometimes
  • inspiringOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laura a good pet name?

Laura is a well-known pet name with 24 registered pets. Pets named Laura are often described as graceful, serene, elegant.

Is Laura a boy or girl pet name?

Laura is more commonly given to female pets, though it can be used for any pet.

Is Laura also a human name?

Yes! Laura is both a popular pet name (ranked #3402 for pets) and a baby name. It is one of 1,600+ names shared between pets and humans on NamesPop.

Laura has two lives

Laura, the baby name
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Laura, the pet name
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology