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Laurence Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "laurence" is "from the latin name laurentius, meaning 'man from laurentum'", and is used often for "both boys and girls".

Name
laurence
Meaning
from the latin name laurentius, meaning 'man from laurentum'
Pronunciation
lawr-əns
Used for
both boys and girls
Syllables
2

Laurence Name Details

The name Laurence is derived from the Latin name Laurentius, which means 'man from Laurentum'. Laurentum was an ancient Roman city located in modern-day Italy. The name gained popularity as a given name in medieval Europe and has been used for both boys and girls. Famous bearers of the name include Saint Lawrence, a Christian martyr, as well as various actors, writers, and athletes throughout history.

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