Laurence is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #2196 in 2024 with 66 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 109 births ranking #1104. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 39.4%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 25,990 boys born was named Laurence. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Laurence is a classic Latin name usually linked with Laurentum and, by association, the laurel tree. It has a thoughtful, traditional feel and a long literary and historical presence.
The name spread through saintly and scholarly use across Europe and remained a steady choice in English. Its fuller form feels a little more refined and old-world than some shorter modern classics.