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Lorenzo

♂ Boy

Pronounced loh-REN-zoh /loʊˈrɛn.zoʊ/High

Meaning: From Laurentum, an ancient Italian city; associated with the laurel tree symbolizing honor and victoryHigh

In 30 seconds: The dashing Italian form of Lawrence, rooted in the Roman city of Laurentum and the laurel wreath of victory. Lorenzo de' Medici, the great Renaissance patron, and countless saints have made this name sing with history.
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Origin HighItalian, Latin
MeaningFrom Laurentum, an ancient Italian city; associated with the laurel tree symbolizing honor and victory
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 63,783

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201718802017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Lorenzo is the Italian form of Laurentius, a Roman name meaning 'man from Laurentum' — an ancient city near Rome whose name likely derives from laurus (laurel). The laurel was associated with glory, victory, and honor in Roman culture. Saint Lawrence, a 3rd-century Christian martyr, spread the name across Europe.

Lorenzo flourished in Renaissance Italy, most famously in Lorenzo de' Medici, ruler of Florence. The name has always been popular in Spanish- and Italian-speaking countries. In the U.S., Lorenzo has grown alongside the Hispanic population and is now a top-100 boys' name.

Did you know? Lorenzo il Magnifico — Lorenzo de' Medici (1449–1492) — was the ruler of Florence and one of history's greatest patrons of art and literature, sponsoring Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo.

Variations

LawrenceLaurentLaurenceLorenz

Nicknames

EnzoLoreRenzo

Famous Bearers

  • ★Lorenzo de' Medici (1449–1492)
    Ruler of Florence and the foremost Renaissance art patron, known as 'Il Magnifico.'

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lorenzo mean?

Lorenzo comes from the Latin <em>Laurentius</em>, meaning 'man from Laurentum,' the ancient Roman city associated with the laurel tree and victory.

How do you pronounce Lorenzo?

Lorenzo is pronounced loh-REN-zoh /loʊˈrɛn.zoʊ/ — three syllables with stress on the second.

Is Lorenzo a boy or girl name?

Lorenzo is a masculine name. Its feminine equivalent is Lorenza.

How popular is Lorenzo?

Lorenzo is a consistent top-100 boys' name in the U.S., particularly popular in Hispanic communities.