Laurence
Meaning: From Laurentum or laurel-crowned
Origin: Latin
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #285
Total births: 312
History: Laurence peaked in the 1960s in Australia. The more formal French spelling reflects continental European influence. Laurence represents elegant Australian naming.
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| Current rank (1956) | #98 |
| Babies named Laurence in 1956 | 56 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 312 |
| Peak year | 1952 (70 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #86 |
| Years in records | 1952–1956 (5 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Laurence
What does the name Laurence mean?
Laurence means “From Laurentum or laurel-crowned” from Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Laurence?
Laurence has Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “From Laurentum or laurel-crowned”.
How popular is Laurence in Australia?
Laurence ranked #98 in Australia in 1956 — given to 56 babies that year.
When was Laurence most popular?
Laurence peaked in 1952 with 70 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Laurence a boy or girl name?
Laurence is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Laurences in registered births are male.
How long has Laurence been recorded in Australia?
Laurence appears in birth records in Australia across 5 years — from 1952 through 1956.