What is the origin of the name Laurens?

Laurens is a name of Latin origin.

How do you pronounce Laurens?

Laurens is pronounced LAW-renz.

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Laurens

LAW-renz

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

150

Peak Year

#9 in 1942

First Recorded

1915

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Dutch name that derives from the Latin name 'Laurentius,' meaning 'from Laurentum.'

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Lars Ren Laurie

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Nicknames

Lars Ren Laurie

Spelling Variations

Lorenz Lawrence Laurin

Similar Names

Lawrence Lorenzo Lucas Liam

Personality Traits

AmbitiousConfidentIntelligentDisciplined

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