Lorella

Lorella is an Italian feminine given name that developed as a diminutive elaboration of Lora or Laura, themselves derived from the Latin laurus, meaning laurel tree, a plant long associated with honor and victory in ancient Roman culture. The diminutive suffix -ella gives the name an affectionate, melodic quality typical of Italian naming conventions. The name gained wider recognition in Italy through the actress and television personality Lorella Cuccarini, who became one of the country's most prominent entertainers in the late twentieth century. Related forms include Laura, Lora, Lauretta, and Loretta.