Lawrence Dandridge

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lawrence Dandridge — from Laurentum
423K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lawrence Dandridge is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Lawrence is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Lawrence is a masculine given name. It is an Anglicisation of the French Laurent, which is in turn derived from the Latin Laurentius or Old Greek Lavrenti (which in modern Greek became Lavrentis). Pet forms of Lawrence include Larry, Lawrie and, less commonly, Law. The surname Dandridge: Bartholomew Dandridge (1737–1785), American lawyer, jurist, and planter Bartholomew Dandridge (1691–c.1754), English portrait painter Bob Dandridge (born 1947), American basketball player Danske Dandridge (1854–1914), American poet, historian and garden writer Dorothy Jean Dandridge (1922–1965), American film and theatre actress, singer and dancer Ed Dandridge, corporate executive Edmund P. Dandridge (1881–1961), American Episcopal bishop Edmund P. Lawrence is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 423K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lawrence reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lawrence

Meaning: from Laurentum

Latin

Lawrence is a masculine given name. It is an Anglicisation of the French Laurent, which is in turn derived from the Latin Laurentius or Old Greek Lavrenti (which in modern Greek became Lavrentis). Pet forms of Lawrence include Larry, Lawrie and, less commonly, Law.

Surname: Dandridge

English

Bartholomew Dandridge (1737–1785), American lawyer, jurist, and planter Bartholomew Dandridge (1691–c.1754), English portrait painter Bob Dandridge (born 1947), American basketball player Danske Dandridge (1854–1914), American poet, historian and garden writer Dorothy Jean Dandridge (1922–1965), American film and theatre actress, singer and dancer Ed Dandridge, corporate executive Edmund P. Dandridge (1881–1961), American Episcopal bishop Edmund P.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lawrence is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lawrence by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lawrence Dandridge

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lawrence Dandridge:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lawrence?
The first name Lawrence originates from Latin. Lawrence is a masculine given name. It is an Anglicisation of the French Laurent, which is in turn derived from the Latin Laurentius or Old Greek Lavrenti (which in modern Greek became Lavrentis). Pet forms of Lawrence include Larry, Lawrie and, less commonly, Law.
When was Lawrence most popular?
The name Lawrence reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dandridge?
The surname Dandridge originates from English. Bartholomew Dandridge (1737–1785), American lawyer, jurist, and planter Bartholomew Dandridge (1691–c.1754), English portrait painter Bob Dandridge (born 1947), American basketball player Danske Dandridge (1854–1914), American poet, historian and garden writer Dorothy Jean Dandridge (1922–1965), American film and theatre actress, singer and dancer Ed Dandridge, corporate executive Edmund P. Dandridge (1881–1961), American Episcopal bishop Edmund P.
What are the origins of the name Lawrence Dandridge?
The name Lawrence Dandridge combines two different traditions: the first name Lawrence has Latin roots, while the surname Dandridge originates from English.
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