Laurens

Meaning of Laurens

Laurens is a masculine name with English and Dutch origins. In English, it is pronounced as LAWR-enz (/lɔːrənz/), while in Dutch, it is pronounced as LOW-rəns (/loʊrəns/). Variations of the name include Lauren and Lawrence.

The popularity of the name Laurens in the United States has fluctuated over the years. In recent times, it has been a less common choice, ranking outside of the top 10,000 names in some years. However, it did experience some popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s when it ranked within the top 10 names for boys.

Although not as widely used today, Laurens has a timeless appeal and carries with it a sense of strength and sophistication. It can be a great choice for parents who are looking for a unique yet classic name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as LAWR-enz (/lɔːrənz/)

Dutch

  • Pronunced as LOW-rəns (/loʊrəns/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Notable People Named Laurens

Laurens van der Post -
Laurens Janszoon Coster -
Laurens Vanthoor -
Laurens Hammond -
Laurens van Rooyen -
Laurens ten Dam -
Laurens Storm van 's Gravesande -
Laurens Reael -
Laurens Devos -
Laurens de Haan -
Laurens De Plus -
Laurens Theodorus Gronovius -
Laurens Pieter van de Spiegel -
Laurens Bogtman -
Laurens Paulussen -
Mariana Castillo Morales
Curated byMariana Castillo Morales

Assistant Editor