Meaning: Its source is Laurentius, a Latin name meaning "Man from Laurentum."

Popularity: The name Lawson ranked 976th in popularity for males of all ages in a sample of 2000-2003 Social Security Administration statistics.

Narrative: The ancient city of Laurentum was located in present-day Italy. It probably got its name from the laurel bush, an important plant to the people of ancient times, who fashioned triumphant garlands from its branches.