Holding steady.
Popularity of Lawrencia since 1989
Babies named Lawrencia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 98 |
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lawrencia is a modern feminine elaboration of the classic Lawrence. First recorded in U.S. data in 1989, its peak year was 1993, but overall usage has remained extremely low and stable. The name has never ranked in the top 1000, reflecting its rarity. Despite its obscurity, Lawrencia fits a pattern of elegant, multi-syllabic feminine names ending in '-ia.' It has no strong association with any particular state or region.
Lawrencia is the feminine form of Lawrence, derived from the Roman cognomen Laurentius, meaning "from Laurentum," a city in ancient Italy. The name Lawrence has long been associated with the laurel tree, a symbol of victory and honor. Lawrencia emerged as a modern variant, likely influenced by names like Laurencia and the popularity of Lawrence in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laurie, Ren, Cia, Wren
Sibling names for Lawrencia
Names that share Lawrencia's style, for a brother or sister.
