Laurence

/ˈlɔːrəns/ noun

Definition

A male given name, derived from a Latin origin meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'the laurel bearer.'

Etymology

From Latin 'Laurentius,' related to 'laurus' (laurel tree). Saint Lawrence was an early Christian martyr, making this name popular in Europe throughout history.

Kelly Says

Saint Lawrence was the patron saint of archivists and librarians because he was said to guard the treasures of the church—making him the unlikely patron of knowledge keepers everywhere.

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