Ridley vs Laurence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ridley

Boy #2,253 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"reed clearing"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum; laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

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Ridley Rank #2,253

Laurence Rank #2,194

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 vs #2253 for Ridley.

Is Ridley or Laurence more popular?

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 compared to Ridley at #2253 in the United States.

What do Ridley and Laurence mean?

Ridley means "reed clearing" (Old English origin). Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Ridley and Laurence boy or girl names?

Ridley is primarily a boy name. Laurence is primarily a boy name.