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Meanings

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Lawrence is: A modern English form of Laurence and the preferred form in America.

Latin Baby Names Meaning:

In Latin Baby Names the meaning of the name Lawrence is: Of Laurentum. From the place of the laurel leaves. Can also be interpreted as the English version of the Irish name Lorcan: Fierce. Famous Bearer: Writer T.E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia).

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Lawrence is: A modern English form of Laurence and the preferred form in America.

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