Laurence vs Oliver

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

Laurence Rank #2,194
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2194 for Laurence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Laurence ___

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

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Laurence

Margaret Catherine Eleanor Edmund Philip

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laurence or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Laurence at #2194 in the United States.

What do Laurence and Oliver mean?

Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Laurence and Oliver boy or girl names?

Laurence is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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