Lawrence Jansen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lawrence Jansen — from Laurentum
423K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lawrence Jansen 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 Jansen: Jansen (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈjɑn.sə(n)] ) is a Dutch/Flemish and Low German patronymic surname meaning son of Jan, a common derivative of Johannes. It is equivalent to the English surname Johnson. The near homonyms "Jensen" and "Jansson" are its Danish, Norwegian and Swedish counterparts. Jansen is a very common surname in the Dutch-language area. Jansen is one of the most common names in the Netherlands and the most common when combined with variant spelling Janssen. In Belgium, the variant Janssens is the second most common name. 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: Jansen

Scandinavian

Jansen (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈjɑn.sə(n)] ) is a Dutch/Flemish and Low German patronymic surname meaning son of Jan, a common derivative of Johannes. It is equivalent to the English surname Johnson. The near homonyms "Jensen" and "Jansson" are its Danish, Norwegian and Swedish counterparts. Jansen is a very common surname in the Dutch-language area. Jansen is one of the most common names in the Netherlands and the most common when combined with variant spelling Janssen. In Belgium, the variant Janssens is the second most common name.

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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 Jansen

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 Jansen:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Jansen?
The surname Jansen originates from Scandinavian. Jansen (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈjɑn.sə(n)] ) is a Dutch/Flemish and Low German patronymic surname meaning son of Jan, a common derivative of Johannes. It is equivalent to the English surname Johnson. The near homonyms "Jensen" and "Jansson" are its Danish, Norwegian and Swedish counterparts. Jansen is a very common surname in the Dutch-language area. Jansen is one of the most common names in the Netherlands and the most common when combined with variant spelling Janssen. In Belgium, the variant Janssens is the second most common name.
What are the origins of the name Lawrence Jansen?
The name Lawrence Jansen combines two different traditions: the first name Lawrence has Latin roots, while the surname Jansen originates from Scandinavian.
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