Lawrence
boy name#518 in 2025Lawrence entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #30 in 1942, ranks #518 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#518
rank today
#30
peak (1942)
578
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #62 |
| 1890s | #45 |
| 1900s | #37 |
| 1910s | #37 |
| 1920s | #37 |
| 1930s | #36 |
| 1940s | #32 |
| 1950s | #42 |
| 1960s | #67 |
| 1970s | #105 |
| 1980s | #142 |
| 1990s | #236 |
| 2000s | #377 |
| 2010s | #481 |
| 2020s | #546 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lawrence has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 230,000 people named Lawrence are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lawrence alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lawrence in 2025?
- Lawrence ranks #518 among US boy names in 2025, with 578 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lawrence most popular?
- Lawrence peaked in 1942, reaching #30 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lawrence with classmates?
- Lawrence will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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