Lawson
Lawson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Lawrence (meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'laurel-crowned').
Origin and history
Lawson is an English surname-derived given name meaning son of Lawrence. Traditionally a patronymic surname, it has seen a surge in popularity as a first name in the United States in recent years. Its usage reflects the modern American trend of adopting classic surnames for boys.
Popularity in the United States
18,533 babies in the United States have been named Lawson since 1880. It ranks #863 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #387.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.7 %)
- GA (8.7 %)
- NC (7.8 %)
- AL (5.5 %)
- TN (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 161 |
| 1890-1900 | 136 |
| 1900-1910 | 170 |
| 1910-1920 | 533 |
| 1920-1930 | 691 |
| 1930-1940 | 495 |
| 1940-1950 | 521 |
| 1950-1960 | 416 |
| 1960-1970 | 296 |
| 1970-1980 | 219 |
| 1980-1990 | 277 |
| 1990-2000 | 697 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,713 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,275 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,933 |
Famous people named Lawson
- Lawson Bates: singer, television personality
Fun facts
- Lawson originally developed in medieval England as a patronymic surname derived from the popular given name Law, a diminutive of Lawrence.
- While present in American record books since the 19th century, Lawson has experienced a distinct uptick in adoption during the 2020s.