Basil vs Laurence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laurence

Boy #2,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Laurentum; laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French English Irish American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,194
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Larry, Laurie, Lance

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Basil Rank #2,026
Laurence Rank #2,194

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 vs #2194 for Laurence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Basil ___

  • Basil Oliver
  • Basil James
  • Basil Henry
  • Basil Edward
  • Basil George
  • Basil Frederick

Laurence ___

  • Laurence James
  • Laurence Michael
  • Laurence Thomas
  • Laurence Edward
  • Laurence Henry
  • Laurence Francis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Basil

Cecil Rupert Jasper Cressida Cordelia

If you choose Laurence

Margaret Catherine Eleanor Edmund Philip

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Basil or Laurence more popular?

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 compared to Laurence at #2194 in the United States.

What do Basil and Laurence mean?

Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin). Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Basil and Laurence boy or girl names?

Basil is primarily a boy name. Laurence is primarily a boy name.

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