Usher vs Laurence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Usher

Boy #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"doorkeeper, one who ushers"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #2,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum; laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

French English Irish American Belgian

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Usher Rank #2,306

Laurence Rank #2,194

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 vs #2306 for Usher.

Is Usher or Laurence more popular?

Laurence is more popular, ranked #2194 compared to Usher at #2306 in the United States.

What do Usher and Laurence mean?

Usher means "doorkeeper, one who ushers" (Old French origin). Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Usher and Laurence boy or girl names?

Usher is primarily a boy name. Laurence is primarily a boy name.