Lawerence
Lawrence is derived from the Latin name 'Laurentius,' which means 'from Laurentum,' a city in ancient Italy. The name is often associated with laurel trees, which symbolize victory and honor. People with this name tend to be seen as reliable, intelligent, and strong-willed, often possessing a creative and artistic flair.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,818 |
| Gender | Male (26% / 74%) |
| Peak year | 1949 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1916 |
| Most recent | 1980 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
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Notable People
Lawrence Olivier (Actor, known for 'Hamlet') · Lawrence Ferlinghetti (Poet and co-founder of City Lights Books) · Lawrence Welk (Television host and bandleader) · Lawrence of Arabia (Military officer and writer) · Lawrence Summers (Economist and former Treasury Secretary)
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