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Lauren

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A unisex given name derived from Latin, related to Laurence and Lawrence.
"Lauren decided to study law after graduating."

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In plain EnglishA first name, usually feminine, meaning roughly "from Laurentum" or associated with the laurel plant.

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_____ decided to study law after graduating.

Etymology

A Latin-derived clipping of Laurentius, a doublet of Laurence.

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