Lawrence vs Lawson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #416 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Lawrence"

Origin: Old English

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Lawrence Rank #510

Lawson Rank #416

Lawson is more popular, ranked #416 vs #510 for Lawrence.

Is Lawrence or Lawson more popular?

Lawson is more popular, ranked #416 compared to Lawrence at #510 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Lawson mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Lawson means "son of Lawrence" (Old English origin).

Are Lawrence and Lawson boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Lawson is primarily a boy name.