Lawerance
From Laurentum; laurel or sweet bay tree
English origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#1163US 2023
1kBirths / yr
Stable
995All-time births
📅 Since 191500
How to pronounce Lawerance
LAH·er·ANS·ee·EE
/ˈlɑ.ɝ.ˈæns.ˌiː.ˈiː/ · stress on LAH · 5 syllables
From Laurentum; laurel or sweet bay tree
English origin · Boy name

What does Lawerance mean and where does it come from?

Lawerance is a variant of the more commonly known name Lawrence, which has its roots in the Latin 'Laurentius.' The name became popular in medieval Europe, primarily in England, due to Christian saints bearing the name, such as Saint Lawrence. The name has symbolized victory and honor, as laurel lea

Cultural significance
Lawerance has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from laurentum; laurel or sweet bay tree.
Peak popularity
Reached #1226 in 1949 — currently #1163 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Lawerance?

Lawerance works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Lawerance Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Lawerance Rose
Floral · soft ending
Lawerance Mae
Sweet · timeless
Lawerance Claire
French influence · crisp
Lawerance Jane
Literary · strong
Lawerance Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Lawerance right now?

Holding steady — currently #1163 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 19152023#1163 · Top 0.86%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#11631,037▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022#11681,017▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021#1173987▲ up 9325 · +19640% births
2000#104985▼ down 6841 · -37% births
1970#36578▼ down 524
1965#31338▼ down 1337 · -62% births
1960#179621▼ down 230 · -16% births
1955#156625▼ down 233 · -17% births
1950#133330▲ up 351 · +76% births
1945#168417▼ down 118 · -15% births
1940#156620▲ up 552 · +54% births
1935#211813▲ up 315 · +8% births
1930#243312▲ up 137
1925#257012▼ down 115 · -8% births
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The story of Lawerance

Lawerance entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 995 total births recorded, Lawerance remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3767 in 1915 to #1163 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Lawerance in 1949:

Lawerance by decade

DecadeBirths
1910s41
1920s127
1930s138
1940s212
1950s252
1960s137
1970s49
1980s23
1990s11
2000s5
💎Lawerance has only 995 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lawerance?

Common
LawLawieLawyAnce

Common questions about the name Lawerance

What does the name Lawerance mean?
Lawerance means "From Laurentum; laurel or sweet bay tree" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Lawerance?
Lawerance is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Lawerance?
Lawerance originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Lawerance?
Lawerance is a 5-syllable name pronounced L AA1 ER0 AE1 N S IY2 IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Lawerance?
Lawerance pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.