Lawerence Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lawrence has its roots in Latin, meaning 'laurel'. Its journey through language began with 'Laurentius' in Latin, evolved into 'Laurence' in Old French, and then became 'Lawrence' in Middle English. The name conveys traits of victory and honor, with no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity surged during medieval times due to the influence of Saint Lawrence, and it remains a respected and classic name today.
The name Lawerence is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lawerence has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lawerence' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 812th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 727th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 804th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1797th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3702nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10204th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lawerence' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lawerence"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɔːrəns/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lawrence is derived from the Latin name 'Laurentius', which means 'from Laurentum', a place in Italy named for the laurel trees that grew there. The laurel wreath was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome.
Meaning
laurel
Language Evolution
Laurentius (Latin), Laurence (Old French), Lawrence (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name Lawrence gained popularity in medieval England, especially after the feast of Saint Lawrence, a Christian martyr, which contributed to its widespread use.
Variants & Derivatives
Laurence, Laurent, Larry
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Lawrence is perceived as classic and sophisticated. It is often associated with intelligence and respectability.
Famous People
Lawrence of Arabia (T.E. Lawrence), Lawrence Welk (bandleader), Lawrence Fishburne (actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lawerence"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lawerence"
"Lawerence" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 812th of 7545 | 1,097 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 727th of 6773 | 1,345 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 804th of 7552 | 1,597 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1797th of 10718 | 402 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3702nd of 16616 | 225 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10204th of 24088 | 82 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Lawerence" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
50.85% 720th/1416 |
70.63% 974th/1379 |
39.98% 946th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
34.86% 539th/1546 |
58.80% 915th/1556 |
44.16% 1039th/2353 |
61.28% 948th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.49% 679th/2227 |
37.45% 910th/2430 |
41.82% 1193rd/2853 |
27.68% 768th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
50.73% 1490th/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
61.74% 2172nd/3518 |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lawerence" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lawerence"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lawerence" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.