Lawrence
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: From Laurentum; Crowned with Laurel
Background: The name Lawrence originates from the Latin name 'Laurentius,' which means 'from Laurentum,' an ancient town in Italy. This name is derived from 'laurus,' meaning 'laurel,' symbolizing victory and honor.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#68
Total births
462,765
Most popular decade
1950s
(274,155 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-49 ranks)
Years in Top 100
93
First recorded year
1880
Gender usage
99.5% male
0.5% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1880
- First year births
- 257
- First year rank
- #65
- Peak year
- 1952
- Peak year births
- 10,302
- Peak rank
- #35
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 596
- Recent rank
- #509
Female
- First year
- 1890
- First year births
- 6
- First year rank
- #1,210
- Peak year
- 1927
- Peak year births
- 44
- Peak rank
- #1,161
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 11
- Recent rank
- #8,922
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).