Holding steady.
Popularity of Lorance since 1915
Babies named Lorance per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1944, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lorance's real moment was 1916.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 20 |
| 1920s | 51 |
| 1930s | 42 |
| 1940s | 28 |
| 1950s | 23 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lorance is a rare masculine name that saw a brief period of limited use in the early 20th century. First recorded in the United States in 1915, it reached its peak of use in 1916, then declined sharply. The name has never been ranked among the top 1,000 names in any year and currently has no recorded births. It is most likely a variant of the more common name Lawrence, which has Latin origins. The trajectory of Lorance has been stable but minimal, with no notable resurgence. Its rarity gives it a distinctive quality for those seeking an uncommon name with a classic sound, but with no data on top states, it remains a truly unique choice.
Lorance is a rare English given name, likely a variant of Laurence or Lawrence. The name Laurence derives from the Latin Laurentius, meaning 'a man from Laurentum', a city in ancient Italy. Lorance may also have been influenced by the French surname Lorraine. Its recorded use in the United States dates to the early 20th century, peaking in 1916, but it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lor, Lance, Lorry
Variants: Lorrence, Lorans
Sibling names for Lorance
Names that share Lorance's style, for a brother or sister.
