English Meaning: The name Laura is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Laura is: The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. Old name with many variants. Latin Meaning: The name Laura is a Latin baby name.In Latin the meaning of the name Laura is: Laurel tree or sweet bay tree (symbols of honour and victory). The sonnets of 14th-century Italian poet Petrarch were addressed a lady named Laura, whose identity is still a mystery. Famous Bearer: Fashion designer Laura Ashley.he name Laura is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Laura is: The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. Old name with many variants. Latin Meaning: The name Laura is a Latin baby name.