Man from Laurentum; laurelled
Laurent is the French form of the Latin name Laurentius. It originally denoted someone from the ancient city of Laurentum, which was named for its laurel trees, a symbol of victory and honor in the Roman world.
About 15 boys were named Laurent in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Two-time Tour de France winner
Former President of Ivory Coast
Author and illustrator of the Babar the Elephant series
A nomadic vampire · Twilight series
World Cup-winning French footballer and manager
