Laurence vs Jacques

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laurence

Boy #2,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum; laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

French English Irish American Belgian

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Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

French Belgian Canadian Swiss

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Laurence Rank #2,194

Jacques Rank #2,375

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Is Laurence or Jacques more popular?

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Laurence and Jacques mean?

Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Laurence and Jacques boy or girl names?

Laurence is primarily a boy name. Jacques is primarily a boy name.