Lawrence Smart

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lawrence Smart — from Laurentum
423K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lawrence Smart 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 Smart: Smart is a surname. Allan Smart (born 1974), Scottish former footballer Amelia Smart (born 1998), Canadian alpine ski racer Amy Smart (born 1976), American actress and former fashion model Andrew Smart (born 1986), English footballer Ben Smart (disappeared 1998), victim of a double murder in New Zealand Christopher Smart (1722–1771), English poet Colin Smart (born 1950), English rugby union international Craig Smart (singer), Canadian singer songwriter Eleanor Smart (born 1995), American high diver Eliza Brown Newton Smart (1844-1930), Portugal-born British missionary and temperance worker Eli. 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: Smart

Scottish

Smart is a surname. Allan Smart (born 1974), Scottish former footballer Amelia Smart (born 1998), Canadian alpine ski racer Amy Smart (born 1976), American actress and former fashion model Andrew Smart (born 1986), English footballer Ben Smart (disappeared 1998), victim of a double murder in New Zealand Christopher Smart (1722–1771), English poet Colin Smart (born 1950), English rugby union international Craig Smart (singer), Canadian singer songwriter Eleanor Smart (born 1995), American high diver Eliza Brown Newton Smart (1844-1930), Portugal-born British missionary and temperance worker Eli.

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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 Smart

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 Smart:

8
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Smart?
The surname Smart originates from Scottish. Smart is a surname. Allan Smart (born 1974), Scottish former footballer Amelia Smart (born 1998), Canadian alpine ski racer Amy Smart (born 1976), American actress and former fashion model Andrew Smart (born 1986), English footballer Ben Smart (disappeared 1998), victim of a double murder in New Zealand Christopher Smart (1722–1771), English poet Colin Smart (born 1950), English rugby union international Craig Smart (singer), Canadian singer songwriter Eleanor Smart (born 1995), American high diver Eliza Brown Newton Smart (1844-1930), Portugal-born British missionary and temperance worker Eli.
What are the origins of the name Lawrence Smart?
The name Lawrence Smart combines two different traditions: the first name Lawrence has Latin roots, while the surname Smart originates from Scottish.
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