Meaning & Story
From the Latin laurus, meaning 'laurel tree' — the laurel wreath being a classical symbol of victory, honor, and achievement.
Laurel is a name that feels both ancient and freshly contemporary — it has the timeless elegance of a classical education and the lightness of a walk through a sun-dappled garden. For a female pet with a graceful, somewhat regal bearing, Laurel is a quietly perfect choice. It's neither fussy nor plain; it sits in that ideal middle ground where sophistication feels effortless. A Laurel is the kind of cat who sits perfectly still in a sunbeam, or the kind of dog who always seems to be posing for a portrait.