From Laurentum; laurelled
Lorenza is the Italian feminine form of Laurentius, referring to the ancient Roman city of Laurentum. The city's name is derived from 'laurus', the laurel plant, which symbolized victory and honor in the classical world. While primarily used for females in Italy, it occasionally appears as a masculine name in Spanish-speaking cultures.
Less common today
Lorenza isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,704 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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