From Laurentum; laurelled
Derived from the Latin name Laurentius, it originally denoted someone from the ancient Roman city of Laurentum. The city's name is likely derived from 'laurus' (laurel), a symbol of victory and honor in the Roman world. While Lawrence is the more common spelling in the US, Laurence is the traditional French and British spelling.
Less common today
Laurence isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #933 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Acclaimed English actor and director
Academy Award-nominated American actor
18th-century novelist known for Tristram Shandy
Character in James Joyce's Ulysses · Ulysses
The protagonist's love interest in Little Women · Little Women
Birth name of actor and wrestler Mr. T
