Laurence has been very popular in ireland since the time of st laurence o’toole (1130-80), archbishop of dublin, whose real, name was the irish lorcan. Larry and lanty are the usual irish nicknames; Laurence is in modern use as an english masculine and a french feminine given name.

Saint laurence was the chief among the seven deacons of the roman church. In the year 258 pope sixtus was led out to die, and st. Laurence stood by, weeping that he could not share his fate. Discover laurence, a distinguished name of latin origin meaning crowned with laurel. explore its rich history and unique charm for your little one! In latin baby names the meaning of the name laurence is: Of laurentum. From the place of the laurel leaves.

In latin baby names the meaning of the name laurence is: Of laurentum. From the place of the laurel leaves. Can also be interpreted as the english version of the irish name lorcan: Find out the popularity of the first name laurence, what it means and the history of how laurence came to be.