Rising since 2006, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Law since 2006
Babies named Law per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 91 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Law entered the U.S. baby name charts in 2006, a relatively recent addition to the landscape of given names. Its trajectory has been rising steadily since then, with a peak in 2022. As of 2025, Law ranks 7,194, with an estimated 1 in 155,280 births, reflecting its status as a rare but growing choice. The name's origins are twofold: it may be a clipped form of the enduring Lawrence (from Latin Laurentius) or a surname adoption from the Old English word for a hill. Either way, Law offers a sleek, one-syllable alternative to more traditional names, appealing to parents seeking something concise and modern.
The name Law may have multiple origins. It could be a short form of Lawrence, a name of Latin origin meaning 'from Laurentum'. Alternatively, it may derive from the English surname Law, which in turn comes from Middle English lawe, meaning 'hill', a topographic name for someone living near a hill. As a given name, Law has seen occasional use, particularly in the 21st century, often as a distinctive short form.
Sibling names for Law
Names that share Law's style, for a brother or sister.
