Lawrence Keane

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lawrence Keane — from Laurentum
423K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lawrence Keane 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 Keane: Amelia Keane, American politician Augustus Henry Keane (1833–1912), Irish journalist and linguist Bil Keane (1922–2011), American cartoonist of The Family Circus Bob Keane (1922–2009), American musician, manager of Ritchie Valens Claire Keane (born 1979), illustrator Colin Keane (born 1994), Irish jockey Colm Keane (1951–2022), Irish broadcaster and author Dillie Keane (born 1952), one third of the Fascinating Aida comedy cabaret trio Dolores Keane (1953–2026), Irish folk singer Emma Keane, fictional character from Ackley Bridge Fergal Keane (born 1961), BBC correspondent based in South Africa. 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: Keane

Irish

Amelia Keane, American politician Augustus Henry Keane (1833–1912), Irish journalist and linguist Bil Keane (1922–2011), American cartoonist of The Family Circus Bob Keane (1922–2009), American musician, manager of Ritchie Valens Claire Keane (born 1979), illustrator Colin Keane (born 1994), Irish jockey Colm Keane (1951–2022), Irish broadcaster and author Dillie Keane (born 1952), one third of the Fascinating Aida comedy cabaret trio Dolores Keane (1953–2026), Irish folk singer Emma Keane, fictional character from Ackley Bridge Fergal Keane (born 1961), BBC correspondent based in South Africa.

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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 Keane

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 Keane:

9
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale 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 Keane?
The surname Keane originates from Irish. Amelia Keane, American politician Augustus Henry Keane (1833–1912), Irish journalist and linguist Bil Keane (1922–2011), American cartoonist of The Family Circus Bob Keane (1922–2009), American musician, manager of Ritchie Valens Claire Keane (born 1979), illustrator Colin Keane (born 1994), Irish jockey Colm Keane (1951–2022), Irish broadcaster and author Dillie Keane (born 1952), one third of the Fascinating Aida comedy cabaret trio Dolores Keane (1953–2026), Irish folk singer Emma Keane, fictional character from Ackley Bridge Fergal Keane (born 1961), BBC correspondent based in South Africa.
What are the origins of the name Lawrence Keane?
The name Lawrence Keane combines two different traditions: the first name Lawrence has Latin roots, while the surname Keane originates from Irish.
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