Laurence

Latin
"from Laurentum"

Laurence Origin and Meaning

The name Laurence is a girl's name of Latin origin meaning "from Laurentum".

A feminine form in France, this boyish choice could make a fresh alternative to Lauren or Laura -- or be an inventive way to honor Grandpa Larry.

Laurence Popularity

Famous People Named Laurence

  • Laurence Leboeuf
    Canadian actress
  • Laurence Rochat
    Swiss skier
  • Laurence Fournier Beaudry
    Canadian ice dancer who competes for Denmark
  • Laurence Tubiana
    French economist and diplomat
  • Laurence Basse
    French former model and fashion designer ("Project Runway")
  • Mary Laurence "Lauren" Hutton
    American model