UK boy's name
Larenz
Variant of Lawrence, from the Latin Laurentius meaning "from Laurentum".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Larenz is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Larenz popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4810, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 1997 to 2016. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Larenz. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Larenz ranked #4810 for boys in England and Wales in 2016, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 boys were registered as Larenz.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Larenz as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4810
2016
Births in 2016
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Larenz mean?
The name Larenz is believed to have its origins in the ancient Germanic languages, with roots that can be traced back to the 6th century CE. It is derived from the Germanic word "laudr," which means "fame" or "renown," combined with the suffix "-enz," which signifies "belonging to" or "descending from."
During the Middle Ages, variations of the name, such as Laurentius and Lorentz, were commonly used in various regions of Europe, including Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia. These names were often associated with the Christian martyr Saint Lawrence, whose name in Latin was Laurentius.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Larenz can be found in the Codex Augiensis, a 9th-century manuscript containing a collection of religious texts and historical records from the Abbey of Reichenau in present-day Germany. The name appears in several entries, suggesting its use among the local population at that time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Larenz. One such person was Larenz Fries (1490-1550), a German theologian and reformer who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. Another was Larenz Grimmer (1638-1708), a German-Dutch architect and urban planner who designed many notable buildings in Amsterdam.
In the 19th century, Larenz Tønder (1827-1901) was a Norwegian businessman and ship owner who made significant contributions to the development of the shipping industry in his country. Around the same time, Larenz Johnson (1848-1921) was an American politician who served as the 14th Governor of Minnesota.
More recently, Larenz Tate (born 1975) is an American actor known for his roles in films such as "Menace II Society" and "Love Jones." He has received critical acclaim for his performances and continues to work in the entertainment industry.
These examples showcase the rich history and diverse cultural backgrounds associated with the name Larenz, which has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including religious figures, architects, businessmen, politicians, and artists.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Larenz over time
The chart below shows babies named Larenz registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Larenz, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2016, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Larenz by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Larenz was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4721 | 6 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2859 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Larenz
- Luke 72,247
- Lewis 69,555
- Leo 63,249
- Liam 60,482
- Lucas 49,061
- Logan 40,771
- Louis 35,898
- Luca 30,323
- Louie 24,242
- Leon 22,308
- Levi 9,931
- Lee 7,861
FAQ
Larenz: questions and answers
How popular is the name Larenz in the UK right now?
In 2016, Larenz was ranked #4810 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Larenz most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Larenz in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Larenz?
Variant of Lawrence, from the Latin Laurentius meaning "from Laurentum".
How many people are called Larenz in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Larenz across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.