Lawrence vs Boston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Latin English French American

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Boy #628 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Botolph's town, market town"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Lawrence Rank #510

Boston Rank #628

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #628 for Boston.

Is Lawrence or Boston more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Boston at #628 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Boston mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin).

Are Lawrence and Boston boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Boston is primarily a boy name.