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Laurence
LO-ruhns
Laurence (name) means a male given name derived from Latin, the counterpart of the female name Lauren. Example: “Laurence Olivier was one of the most celebrated actors of the 20th century.”
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A male given name derived from Latin, the counterpart of the female name Lauren.
"Laurence Olivier was one of the most celebrated actors of the 20th century."
How to use Laurence
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional boy's name related to Lawrence.
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Etymology
From the Latin name Laurentius, meaning "a person from Laurentum," a town whose name may derive from laurus, "laurel."
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What does “Laurence” mean?
The word “Laurence” means a male given name derived from Latin, the counterpart of the female name Lauren. In plain terms, a traditional boy's name related to Lawrence.
How do you pronounce “Laurence”?
“Laurence” is pronounced LO-ruhns (/ˈlɔɹəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “Laurence” in a sentence?
Here is “Laurence” used in a sentence: “Laurence Olivier was one of the most celebrated actors of the 20th century.”
What part of speech is “Laurence”?
“Laurence” is a name.
Where does the word “Laurence” come from?
The word “Laurence” comes from Latin. From the Latin name Laurentius, meaning "a person from Laurentum," a town whose name may derive from laurus, "laurel.".
Is “Laurence” a common word?
“Laurence” is an uncommon word in modern English.
