Lorenzo (en. Lorenzo)

/loʁɛnzo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
First name with Italian roots, often associated with characteristics of nobility and culture.
Lorenzo is a popular first name in several countries.
Lorenzo est un prénom populaire dans plusieurs pays.
Historical or artistic figure bearing this name.
Lorenzo de' Medici was a famous patron of the Renaissance.
Lorenzo de Médicis était un célèbre mécène de la Renaissance.
Name of several places and works in culture.
There are several churches dedicated to Saint Lawrence, such as the Basilica of Saint Lawrence.
Il y a plusieurs églises dédiées à Saint Laurent, comme la basilique Saint-Laurent.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'Laurentius', which means 'from Laurentum'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lorenzo the Magnificent
Reference to Lorenzo de' Medici, an important leader of the Renaissance.
Lorenzo le Magnifique
Lorenzo as a symbol of culture
Used to designate someone who is cultured or refined.
Lorenzo comme symbole de culture

Related Words

Laurent
A variant of the name Lorenzo, with a similar meaning.
Laurent
Lorette
Feminine name that can be associated with the name Lorenzo.
Lorette

Slang Meanings

Affectionate and friendly person.
He's really a Lorenzo, always there for his friends.
Il est vraiment un Lorenzo, toujours là pour ses amis.
Term used to refer to someone who has style.
Look at that guy, he has too much Lorenzo in the way he dresses.
Regarde ce gars, il a trop de Lorenzo dans sa façon de s'habiller.