Lawrence Fries

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lawrence Fries — from Laurentum
423K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lawrence Fries 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 Fries: Adelaide Fries (1871–1949), scholar of the history and genealogy of Moravians Amalie Fries (1823–1887), stage actor Amos Fries (1873–1963), American army general Bengt Fredrik Fries (1799–1839), Swedish zoologist Bernhard Fries (1820–1879), German painter Charles Arthur Fries (1854–1940), American painter Charles Carpenter Fries (1887–1967), American structural linguist and language teacher David Fries (born 1960), American scientist Ed Fries, American video game programmer and entrepreneur Elias Magnus Fries (1794–1878), Swedish botanist Ellen Fries (1855–1900), Swedish writer Ernst Fries (18. 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: Fries

English

Adelaide Fries (1871–1949), scholar of the history and genealogy of Moravians Amalie Fries (1823–1887), stage actor Amos Fries (1873–1963), American army general Bengt Fredrik Fries (1799–1839), Swedish zoologist Bernhard Fries (1820–1879), German painter Charles Arthur Fries (1854–1940), American painter Charles Carpenter Fries (1887–1967), American structural linguist and language teacher David Fries (born 1960), American scientist Ed Fries, American video game programmer and entrepreneur Elias Magnus Fries (1794–1878), Swedish botanist Ellen Fries (1855–1900), Swedish writer Ernst Fries (18.

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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 Fries

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 Fries:

3
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Fries?
The surname Fries originates from English. Adelaide Fries (1871–1949), scholar of the history and genealogy of Moravians Amalie Fries (1823–1887), stage actor Amos Fries (1873–1963), American army general Bengt Fredrik Fries (1799–1839), Swedish zoologist Bernhard Fries (1820–1879), German painter Charles Arthur Fries (1854–1940), American painter Charles Carpenter Fries (1887–1967), American structural linguist and language teacher David Fries (born 1960), American scientist Ed Fries, American video game programmer and entrepreneur Elias Magnus Fries (1794–1878), Swedish botanist Ellen Fries (1855–1900), Swedish writer Ernst Fries (18.
What are the origins of the name Lawrence Fries?
The name Lawrence Fries combines two different traditions: the first name Lawrence has Latin roots, while the surname Fries originates from English.
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