Emma vs Lawrence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#510
Total SSA Count
596
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Larry, Laurie, Ren

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lawrence Rank #510

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #510 for Lawrence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

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 Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lawrence

Edmund Gerald Theodore Margaret Eleanor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lawrence more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lawrence at #510 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lawrence mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Lawrence boy or girl names?

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

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