Lawrence Elam

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lawrence Elam — from Laurentum
423K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lawrence Elam 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 Elam: Caroline Elam (1945−), British art historian Charles Wheaton Elam (1866–1917), Louisiana politician Joseph Barton Elam (1821–1885), U.S. representative from Louisiana's 4th congressional district Jack Elam (1918–2003), American actor James Elam (1918–1995), American physician Jason Elam (born 1970), American football player Kaiir Elam (born 2001), American football player Katrina Elam (born 1983), American country music singer Guru (rapper), stage name of Keith Elam (1961–2010), American rapper, one half of the duo Gang Starr Lee Elam (born 1976), English footballer Norah Elam (1878–1961), Iri. 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: Elam

English

Caroline Elam (1945−), British art historian Charles Wheaton Elam (1866–1917), Louisiana politician Joseph Barton Elam (1821–1885), U.S. representative from Louisiana's 4th congressional district Jack Elam (1918–2003), American actor James Elam (1918–1995), American physician Jason Elam (born 1970), American football player Kaiir Elam (born 2001), American football player Katrina Elam (born 1983), American country music singer Guru (rapper), stage name of Keith Elam (1961–2010), American rapper, one half of the duo Gang Starr Lee Elam (born 1976), English footballer Norah Elam (1878–1961), Iri.

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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 Elam

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 Elam:

4
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Elam?
The surname Elam originates from English. Caroline Elam (1945−), British art historian Charles Wheaton Elam (1866–1917), Louisiana politician Joseph Barton Elam (1821–1885), U.S. representative from Louisiana's 4th congressional district Jack Elam (1918–2003), American actor James Elam (1918–1995), American physician Jason Elam (born 1970), American football player Kaiir Elam (born 2001), American football player Katrina Elam (born 1983), American country music singer Guru (rapper), stage name of Keith Elam (1961–2010), American rapper, one half of the duo Gang Starr Lee Elam (born 1976), English footballer Norah Elam (1878–1961), Iri.
What are the origins of the name Lawrence Elam?
The name Lawrence Elam combines two different traditions: the first name Lawrence has Latin roots, while the surname Elam originates from English.
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