laur

Laur is a masculine given name in several European languages. It derives from the Latin laurus, meaning laurel, a plant associated with victory and honor. The name is related to other given names such as Laurence and Laurent and to Laurentius; it may appear as a standalone name or as a diminutive or variant of longer forms.

Geographic usage varies. In Estonia, Laur is a common male name. It also appears in other Baltic and Nordic regions and may be encountered as a surname or short form of Laurentius or Laurent in some contexts.

Variants and related names include Lauri (Finnish and Estonian), Laurent/Laurentiu (French and Romanian forms), Laurence (English and French), Laurens, and Laurus as a root form. The laurel association remains a cultural symbol of victory and honor tied to the name's etymology.

Notable individuals named Laur exist across different cultures, reflecting the name's cross-linguistic adoption. See also Laurel, Laurence, Laurent, Laurentius, Lauri.