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Lorin

ˈlɔɹ.ən
Overview

Gender

masculine & feminine

Origin

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children of Thomas Arthur Green
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currently out of the US top 1000
illustrators
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Overall Rating
69/100

Meaning & Etymology

Lorin is a given name with multiple origins and meanings. It derives from a bay or laurel plant, specifically from Laurentum, an ancient city in Italy, meaning 'wreathed or crowned with laurel'. The name is also associated with the laurel tree, symbolizing honor and victory. Additionally, Lorin is a Kurdish female given name, derived from the Kurmanji word 'lorî', meaning 'lullaby'.

Etymology

Original Form:

Laurentum

Evolution:

From Latin 'laurus' (laurel), evolving into the name Lorin, symbolizing honor and victory.

Source:

Latin and Kurdish origins

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