Lawrence vs Major

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #581 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"greater, superior"

Origin: Latin

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Lawrence Rank #510

Major Rank #581

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #581 for Major.

Is Lawrence or Major more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Major at #581 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Major mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Major means "greater, superior" (Latin origin).

Are Lawrence and Major boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Major is primarily a boy name.