Laurence
English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Laurence
Laurence derives from the Latin name Laurentius, which means "from Laurentum" or "crowned with laurel," referencing the laurel plant symbolizing victory and honor in Roman culture.
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Etymology
Laurence derives from the Latin name Laurentius, which means "from Laurentum" or "crowned with laurel," referencing the laurel plant symbolizing victory and honor in Roman culture. The name has been used predominantly in Christian cultures throughout Europe and beyond, with particular prominence in English, French, and Irish traditions, and is associated with Saint Lawrence, an early Christian martyr venerated across Catholic and Orthodox churches.
Laurence currently ranks #1,747 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1952.
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