Lorence is a name of Latin origin that means "laurel tree". It was often used in medieval times as a given name for boys and girls alike. In ancient Rome, laurel trees were sacred to the god Apollo, and they were used to create wreaths for victorious generals and poets. The name Lorence may have been chosen by parents who wished to bestow their child with a name that had a strong association with victory or literary success.
The name Lorence has a long history of use in various forms throughout different cultures. In France, it is known as Laurence, while in Italy, it is often spelled Lorenzo. In England, the name was popular during the Middle Ages and was often given to children born into noble families. It is also said that Saint Laurence, one of the most famous early Christian martyrs, may have contributed to the popularity of the name.
Today, Lorence remains a popular choice for parents looking for a unique yet classic name for their child. Its Latin origins give it an elegant and sophisticated sound, while its historic use as both a boy's and girl's name makes it versatile and inclusive. Whether you're looking for a name with a strong association to victory or simply one that has stood the test of time, Lorence is an excellent choice.
The name Lorence has had a varied history of popularity over the past century in the United States. The highest number of births with this name occurred in 1918 and 1924, both years seeing 20 newborns named Lorence. This is also the peak for this name's popularity throughout the entire time period analyzed.
However, it seems that Lorence was more commonly used at the beginning of the century than towards its end. From the late 1920s onwards, there were fewer than ten births per year with the name Lorence until the late 1940s when the number began to rise again slightly.
The most recent years included in this dataset show a continued decline in popularity for the name Lorence, with only five or six babies being named Lorence each year from 2000 onwards. Interestingly, there has been an uptick recently with seven births in both 2017 and 2018, and again in 2021.
Overall, a total of 669 babies were named Lorence over the course of these years according to US birth records.