Electra vs Lawrence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Electra

Girl #10,284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"amber, shining, bright"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Roman American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,284
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ellie, Ella, Elec

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Electra Rank #10,284
Lawrence Rank #510

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #10284 for Electra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Electra ___

  • Electra Rose
  • Electra Jade
  • Electra Vivienne
  • Electra Mae
  • Electra Grace
  • Electra Clio

Lawrence ___

  • Lawrence James
  • Lawrence Edward
  • Lawrence Henry
  • Lawrence William
  • Lawrence Thomas
  • Lawrence Robert

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Electra

Orestes Iphigenia Cassandra Penelope Lysander

If you choose Lawrence

Edmund Gerald Theodore Margaret Eleanor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Electra or Lawrence more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Electra at #10284 in the United States.

What do Electra and Lawrence mean?

Electra means "amber, shining, bright" (Ancient Greek origin). Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Electra and Lawrence boy or girl names?

Electra is primarily a girl name. Lawrence is primarily a boy name.

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