What is the origin of the name Laurelei?

Laurelei is a name of German origin. It is often classified as a mythological, place name.

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Laurelei is a 3-syllable name. Use the pronunciation button on this page to hear it spoken aloud.

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Q: What does the name Laurelei mean?

Laurelei means "Laurelei is a spelling variant of Lorelei, the German Rhine rock name tied to a legendary siren figure.".

Laurelei is a spelling variant of Lorelei, the German Rhine rock name tied to a legendary siren figure.

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