Trace vs Lawrence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

American English Southern American

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Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Latin English French American

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Trace Rank #705

Lawrence Rank #510

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #705 for Trace.

Is Trace or Lawrence more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Trace at #705 in the United States.

What do Trace and Lawrence mean?

Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin). Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Trace and Lawrence boy or girl names?

Trace is primarily a boy name. Lawrence is primarily a boy name.