Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Larence is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'laurel-crowned'. It evolved from 'Laurentius' in Latin to 'Laurence' in Old French, before becoming 'Lawrence' in Middle English and finally 'Larence' in modern usage. The name is associated with victory and has historical significance through various notable figures, particularly Saint Lawrence. It has biblical relevance through its connection to the martyr, though it is not directly mentioned in the Bible.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ləˈrɛns/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Larence is derived from the Latin name 'Laurentius', which means 'from Laurentum', a city in ancient Italy. The name is also associated with the Latin word 'laurus', meaning 'laurel', a symbol of victory.
Meaning
laurel-crowned
Language Evolution
Laurentius (Latin), Laurence (Old French), Lawrence (Middle English), Larence (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in England, due to the veneration of Saint Lawrence, a Christian martyr.
Variants & Derivatives
Lawrence, Laurence, Lorenzo, Larry
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Larence is less common than its variants but is still recognized as a classic name with a sophisticated image.
Famous People
Saint Lawrence of Rome, Lawrence Olivier, Lawrence Welk
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 37 peak births in 1927
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1505th of 7545 | 383 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1627th of 6773 | 342 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2243rd of 7552 | 249 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5274th of 10718 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8362nd of 16616 | 52 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
63.27% 1497th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
72.67% 1710th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Arkansas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1505th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1627th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2243rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5274th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8362nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.