Lawrence
Lawrence is a boys' name of English origin meaning “from Laurentum, crowned with laurel.” It ranked #510 in the United States in 2025. Lawrence derives from the Latin Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' (a Roman city) or 'crowned with laurel.
how do you pronounce Lawrence?
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what does Lawrence mean?
The name Lawrence means “from Laurentum, crowned with laurel.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Lawrence derives from the Latin Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' (a Roman city) or 'crowned with laurel.' Saint Lawrence was one of the most venerated early Christian martyrs. The name has been borne by writers (D.H. Lawrence), actors, and the legendary Lawrence of Arabia, giving it an adventurous intellectual aura.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #510 |
| 2023 | #522 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Lawrence?
- T.E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia, British archaeologist and military officer)
- D.H. Lawrence (English novelist, Sons and Lovers, Lady Chatterley's Lover)
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