LAWRANCE

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Lawrance

Lawrance is a British surname of Old French and Middle English origins. The name is derived from the personal name Laurence, which itself comes from the Latin name Laurentius, meaning "bright" or "shining".

The surname Lawrance first appeared in England during the Middle Ages, with records dating back to the 13th century. It was commonly found in regions across England, with notable concentrations in Yorkshire and the West Midlands.

Over the centuries, the Lawrance surname has seen various spelling variations, including variations such as Lawrence, Laurence, and Lawrance.

Individuals bearing the Lawrance surname have been involved in diverse occupations and roles throughout British history, including clergy, scholars, artists, and military personnel. The name has also been associated with notable historical figures, such as Sir Thomas Lawrance, a prominent British naval officer during the Napoleonic Wars.

Today, the Lawrance surname continues to be present in Britain and around the world, carried by individuals who bear a connection to its historical and cultural significance.

There are approximately 1,773 people named Lawrance in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,650th most common surname in Britain. Around 27 in a million people in Britain are named Lawrance.

Surname type: From given name or forename

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Christopher
David
John
Mark
Paul
Peter
Richard
Stephen
William

Female

Anne
Catherine
Elizabeth
Emma
Katie
Margaret
Mary
Rebecca
Sarah
Susan
Tania
Teresa
Wendy

Similar and related surnames

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