Lawrence is a distinctive choice, ranked #576 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Lawrence in their class.
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UK Rank 2024
#576
US Rank #509
About the Name Lawrence
Lawrence is gradually declining in popularity, having dropped 25 places over five years. Its high point was #152 in 1996, and it now sits at #576. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
Lawrence is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it ranks even higher at #509, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Lawrence
Unlikely. With around 66 UK babies named Lawrence per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Lawrence in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Lawrence has been declining in UK popularity, dropping 25 places in the last five years. Its peak was #152 in 1996. Choosing it now means he is likely to be among the last of his generation with this name.
Lawrence is more popular in the US (#509) than in the UK (#576). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
Notable people named Lawrence include: Iszi Lawrence — Iszi Lawrence is a British broadcaster, comedian and author.; Lawrence Stroll — Lawrence Sheldon Strulović, commonly known as Lawrence Stroll, is a Canadian businessman who is part-owner and executive chairman of Aston Martin, as well as...; Matthew Lawrence — Matthew Lawrence is an American actor, podcaster, and singer who is widely known for his roles in Mrs..
Lawrence ranks #509 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.
66
UK babies named Lawrence (2024)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.0
In a school of 600
↓ 25 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Lawrence
Likely around 1 other Lawrence in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
✨ Similar names to Lawrence
Names with a similar style — each with their own classroom story
Iszi Lawrence is a British broadcaster, comedian and author. She presents The Forum on the BBC World Service, and co-presents the podcast Your Place or Mine with Shaun Keaveny.
Lawrence Sheldon Strulović, commonly known as Lawrence Stroll, is a Canadian businessman who is part-owner and executive chairman of Aston Martin, as well as the owner of their Formula One team. According to Forbes, he has a net worth of US$3.9 billion, as of March 2024.
Gertrude Lawrence was an English actress, singer, dancer and musical comedy performer known for her stage appearances in the West End of London and on Broadway in New York.
Matthew Lawrence is an American actor, podcaster, and singer who is widely known for his roles in Mrs. Doubtfire, Boy Meets World, The Hot Chick, Superhuman Samurai Syber-Squad, and Kiki's Delivery Service.
Sydney George Lawrence was a British bandleader, who became famous in the UK for his orchestra's Big Band sound, which drew on the 1940s style of music of Glenn Miller and Count Basie, amongst others.