Laurel

Laurel is a female given name of Latin origin. It means "laurel tree" or "noble". The laurel tree was a symbol of victory in ancient Rome, and it was believed that the gods would reward those who were crowned with laurels. The name Laurel has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. In literature, the name Laurel appears in Shakespeare's play "As You Like It", where it is given to one of the main characters. This character is a noblewoman who is forced to flee into the Forest of Ardenne because of political intrigue. Her name may be a reference to the laurel tree that grows in this forest. In popular culture, Laurel has been used as a girl's name in several movies and television shows. For example, it is the name of one of the main characters in the film "Little Women", played by Emma Watson. It is also the name of a character in the television series "Gossip Girl".