Laurence
boy name#1743 in 2025Laurence entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #201 in 1898, ranks #1743 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1743
rank today
#201
peak (1898)
93
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #313 |
| 1890s | #236 |
| 1900s | #219 |
| 1910s | #220 |
| 1920s | #229 |
| 1930s | #243 |
| 1940s | #227 |
| 1950s | #275 |
| 1960s | #383 |
| 1970s | #598 |
| 1980s | #769 |
| 1990s | #1111 |
| 2000s | #1927 |
| 2010s | #2379 |
| 2020s | #2131 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Laurence has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Laurence are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Laurence alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Laurence in 2025?
- Laurence ranks #1743 among US boy names in 2025, with 93 babies given the name.
- When was the name Laurence most popular?
- Laurence peaked in 1898, reaching #201 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Laurence with classmates?
- Laurence will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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