Lorenza Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Lorenza is an Italian name derived from the Latin 'Laurentius', meaning 'laurel'. It evolved through various forms, including Lorenzo. The name symbolizes victory and honor, and while it has no biblical significance, it gained popularity during the Renaissance. Today, it is viewed as elegant and cultured, with notable bearers contributing to its recognition.

The name Lorenza is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lorenza has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lorenza' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1029th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1005th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 974th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1385th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3027th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8627th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17702nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1201st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1362nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1906th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2986th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4606th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6684th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6518th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lorenza' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lorenza"

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Pronunciation

/loˈrɛn.zə/

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Origin

Italian

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Etymology

Lorenza is derived from the Latin name 'Laurentius', which means 'from Laurentum' or 'laurelled'. The laurel tree is a symbol of victory and honor.

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Meaning

laurel

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Language Evolution

Laurentius, Lorenzo, Lorenza

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Historical Usage

Lorenza gained popularity in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries, especially during the Renaissance period when names derived from classical antiquity became fashionable.

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Variants & Derivatives

Lorenzo, Lorena, Lori

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Lorenza is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with artistic and cultured individuals.

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Famous People

Lorenza Izzo, Lorenza B. F. de Meyer

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lorenza"

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 "Lorenza"

"Lorenza" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1029th of 7545 716
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1005th of 6773 766
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 974th of 7552 1,113
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1385th of 10718 616
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 3027th of 16616 304
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 8627th of 24088 113
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 17702nd of 23106 16
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1201st of 9107 707
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 1362nd of 9204 585
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1906th of 12526 606
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2986th of 19264 377
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 4606th of 27321 311
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 6684th of 35406 282
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 6518th of 30306 221

Regional Popularity of "Lorenza" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 28.99%
686th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 28.05%
660th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 21.87%
624th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
58.63%
1722nd/2937
- 23.76%
836th/3518
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 48.23%
2505th/5194
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Lorenza" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 32.16%
761st/2366
58.06%
663rd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 35.06%
825th/2353
57.92%
896th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 37.12%
1059th/2853
51.46%
1428th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- 100.00%
3483rd/3483
44.54%
1567th/3518
49.16%
1988th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 49.83%
2588th/5194
66.46%
4198th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 81.95%
5993rd/7313
78.60%
5866th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 92.70%
6324th/6822
82.01%
5147th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Lorenza"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Lorenza" 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.