Lawerance

“From Laurentum; laurel or sweet bay tree”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1163US 2023

1kBirths / yr

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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

How popular is Lawerance right now?

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

US Trend 1915–2023#1163 · Top 0.86%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1163	1,037	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1168	1,017	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1173	987	▲ up 9325 · +19640% births
2000	#10498	5	▼ down 6841 · -37% births
1970	#3657	8	▼ down 524
1965	#3133	8	▼ down 1337 · -62% births
1960	#1796	21	▼ down 230 · -16% births
1955	#1566	25	▼ down 233 · -17% births
1950	#1333	30	▲ up 351 · +76% births
1945	#1684	17	▼ down 118 · -15% births
1940	#1566	20	▲ up 552 · +54% births
1935	#2118	13	▲ up 315 · +8% births
1930	#2433	12	▲ up 137
1925	#2570	12	▼ down 115 · -8% births
1920	#2455	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lawerance

Best Year2023Rank #1163

Peak Count1,037

Average Rank#2630

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202316 years

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:

James Robert John William Michael

Lawerance by decade

Lawerance peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	41
1920s	127
1930s	138
1940s	212
1950s ★	252
1960s	137
1970s	49
1980s	23
1990s	11
2000s	5

💎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

What names sound and feel like Lawerance?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lawerance also consider these

Lawerence

England · from Laurentum, a

Lawernce

American · from Laurentum, crowned

Laterrance

English · A beloved name

Lawence

English · Latin

Larance

English · from Laurentum

Lafrance

France · the French woman

Laurance

France · laurel

Larence

English · from Laurentum

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.