Lawrence vs Kieran

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #441 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án)

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Lawrence Rank #510

Kieran Rank #441

Kieran is more popular, ranked #441 vs #510 for Lawrence.

Is Lawrence or Kieran more popular?

Kieran is more popular, ranked #441 compared to Lawrence at #510 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Kieran mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Kieran means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án) origin).

Are Lawrence and Kieran boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Kieran is primarily a boy name.