Lawrence vs Briar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #700 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"thorny shrub, prickly plant"

Origin: Old English

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Lawrence Rank #510

Briar Rank #700

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #700 for Briar.

Is Lawrence or Briar more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Briar at #700 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Briar mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Briar means "thorny shrub, prickly plant" (Old English origin).

Are Lawrence and Briar boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Briar is primarily a boy name.