A practitioner of law; a legal professional.
Derived from the Middle English word 'lawier', this name originated as an occupational surname for someone who practiced law or was a legal expert. As a given name, it belongs to a category of professional titles used as first names, similar to Judge or Major. It suggests a sense of authority, justice, and intellectual rigor.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Lawyer in 2025.
All-Pro NFL safety and Super Bowl champion
Former NFL wide receiver
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).