Lorsch Abbey - Historic Names

Historic Names

The following historical names have been recorded:

  • In the 9th century: Lorishaim
  • 9th and 11th centuries: Loresham
  • 9th–10th centuries: Laurishaim
  • 10th century: Laresham
  • 10th–12th centuries: Lareshaeim and Lauresheim
  • 11th–12th centuries: Lauresham
  • 11th century: Larsem, Loraszam, Lorozam, Lorisham
  • 12th century: Laurisca, Laurisham, Laureshan, Loressam, Lorisheym, Lorscheim, Lors

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