Lorena
Lorena is a Christian girl name of French place name, via Spanish and Italian origin, meaning “From Lorraine”.
| Meaning | From Lorraine |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | French place name, via Spanish and Italian |
| Pronunciation | loh-REH-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Italy |
Meaning and origin of Lorena
Lorena is the Spanish and Italian name for Lorraine, the region of northeastern France whose name comes from Lotharingia, the realm of the Carolingian king Lothair. It is also sometimes treated as a feminine of Lorenzo, which would link it to Laurentum and the laurel, but the regional origin is the more usual explanation. The name became popular in Spain and Latin America in the late twentieth century. The Mexican golfer Lorena Ochoa is a well-known bearer.
Is Lorena a Christian name?
Lorena has no biblical background; it is a geographical name, though it is used widely by Catholic families in Spain and Latin America.
How popular is Lorena?
Well used in Spain and Latin America, especially among women born after the 1970s.
Gifts with the name Lorena
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Lorena
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lorena mean?
Lorena means 'From Lorraine'. It is of French place name, via Spanish and Italian origin.
Is Lorena a Christian name?
Lorena has no biblical background; it is a geographical name, though it is used widely by Catholic families in Spain and Latin America.
How do you pronounce Lorena?
Lorena is pronounced loh-REH-nah.
Is Lorena a boy or girl name?
Lorena is usually a girl name.