Standard spelling
劳伦斯
Láo lún sī
The standard Chinese spelling of Lawrence.
- 劳
- work, toil; a common name sound
- 伦
- order, human bonds; a common name sound
- 斯
- a common name sound
Common, readable, and recognised as Lawrence.
Lawrence in Chinese
In Chinese, Lawrence is written 劳伦斯 (Láo lún sī), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 朗思 (Lǎng sī): a Chinese-style name meaning bright thought.
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劳伦斯
Láo lún sī
Lawrence
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There is no single official spelling of an English name in Chinese. Here is what each option says, character by character.
Name with meaning
朗思
Lǎng sī
A Chinese-style name meaning bright thought.
- 朗
- bright, clear
- 思
- thoughtful, reflective
Sounds like the “Law-” of Lawrence and carries a clear, positive meaning.
Single character
桂
Guì
A single character meaning laurel, the tree behind the name Lawrence.
- 桂
- laurel, osmanthus
One bold character when space is tight.
Where Lawrence comes from.
Lawrence comes from the Latin Laurentius, “from Laurentum”, a town named for its laurel trees. Saint Lawrence was an early Roman martyr.
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In Chinese astrology, the moment you were born forms your birth chart, which the tradition reads for your work, your love life and the years ahead. A Chinese name is traditionally chosen to bring in the elements your chart needs.
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劳Fire伦Fire斯Metal
劳伦斯 carries Fire and Metal. That is lucky for you if your birth chart needs Fire or Metal; if it needs Wood, Earth or Water, your name is missing it.
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What does the name Lawrence mean?
Lawrence comes from the Latin Laurentius, “from Laurentum”, a town named for its laurel trees. Saint Lawrence was an early Roman martyr.
How do you say Lawrence in Chinese?
Lawrence is written 劳伦斯 and pronounced Láo lún sī. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. Common, readable, and recognised as Lawrence.
What does 朗思 mean?
朗思 (Lǎng sī) is a Chinese-style name for Lawrence: a Chinese-style name meaning bright thought. 朗 means “bright, clear”, 思 means “thoughtful, reflective”.
Which version of Lawrence is best for a tattoo?
劳伦斯 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 朗思 is shorter and every character carries a meaning, which many people prefer for body art. Write it in a readable style such as Kaishu, and show it to a fluent reader before your appointment.