Kurt vs Laurence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kurt

Boy #2,102 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"bold counsel, brave advisor"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum; laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

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Kurt Rank #2,102

Laurence Rank #2,194

Kurt is more popular, ranked #2102 vs #2194 for Laurence.

Is Kurt or Laurence more popular?

Kurt is more popular, ranked #2102 compared to Laurence at #2194 in the United States.

What do Kurt and Laurence mean?

Kurt means "bold counsel, brave advisor" (Germanic origin). Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Kurt and Laurence boy or girl names?

Kurt is primarily a boy name. Laurence is primarily a boy name.