Lorenzo (name) facts for kids

Lorenzo is a popular boy's name. It comes from Italy and Spain. The name Lorenzo has a long history. It comes from the old Latin name Laurentius. This name meant "from Laurentum."

Laurentum was an ancient Roman city. It was named after the laurel tree. Laurel trees were very important in ancient Rome. Winners of contests and heroes were often given crowns made of laurel leaves. So, the name Lorenzo can also mean "laurelled" or "crowned with laurels."

Famous People Named Lorenzo

Actors and Entertainers

Many people named Lorenzo have become famous in movies, TV, and music.

• Lorenzo Lamas (born 1958) is an American actor. He is known for his roles in TV shows like Renegade.
• Lorenzo Music (1937–2001) was an American actor. He was also a voice actor. He voiced Garfield the cat in many cartoons.
• Lorenzo Zurzolo (born 2000) is an Italian actor. He has appeared in several popular Italian TV series and films.
• Lorenzo Menakaya is a Nigerian actor. He is also a filmmaker and a radio host.

Musicians and Composers

• Jovanotti (born 1966), whose real name is Lorenzo Cherubini, is an Italian rapper and songwriter. He is very popular in Italy.
• Lorenzo Da Ponte (1749–1838) was a Venetian writer. He wrote words for operas. He worked with famous composers like Mozart.
• Lorenzo Jerald Patterson (born 1969) is an American rapper. He was part of the famous hip hop group N.W.A.
• Lorenzo Fragola is an Italian singer-songwriter. He won the eighth season of the Italian X Factor.

Leaders and Thinkers

• Lorenzo de' Medici (1449–1492) was a powerful Italian statesman. He ruled the city of Florence. He was also a great supporter of arts and culture. He is often called "Lorenzo the Magnificent."
• Lorenzo Fontana (born 1980) is an Italian politician. He has held important government positions in Italy.
• Lorenzo Snow (1814–1901) was an American religious leader. He was the fifth president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Lorenzo Valla (c. 1407–1457) was an Italian scholar. He was important during the Renaissance. He studied ancient texts and helped shape modern history.

Sports Stars

Many athletes around the world are named Lorenzo.

• Lorenzo Alexander (born 1983) is an American football player. He played as a linebacker in the NFL.
• Lorenzo Cain (born 1986) is an American baseball player. He played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball.
• Lorenzo Insigne (born 1991) is an Italian footballer. He plays as a forward for his club and the Italian national team.
• Lorenzo Sonego (born 1995) is an Italian tennis player. He competes in major tennis tournaments.
• Lorenzo Staelens (born 1964) is a Belgian footballer. He played as a defender and midfielder.
• Lorenzo Brown (born 1990) is an American basketball player. He plays professionally in different leagues.
• Lorenzo Romar (born 1958) is an American basketball coach. He has coached many college teams.

Other Notable Lorenzos

• Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378–1455) was a famous Italian artist. He was a sculptor and goldsmith. He is known for his amazing bronze doors on the Florence Baptistery.
• Lorenzo Lotto (1480–1556) was an Italian painter. He created many beautiful religious paintings and portraits.
• Lorenzo Bandini (1935–1967) was an Italian motor racing driver. He competed in Formula One races.
• Lorenzo Odone (1978–2008) was an American boy. He had a rare disease called ALD. His parents found a special oil, now called Lorenzo's oil, to help treat his condition.

People with the Surname Lorenzo

Sometimes, Lorenzo is a last name instead of a first name.

• Jorge Lorenzo (born 1987) is a Spanish motorcycle racer. He is a multiple-time MotoGP World Champion.
• Ruth Lorenzo (born 1982) is a Spanish singer and composer. She represented Spain in the Eurovision Song Contest.

Fictional Characters Named Lorenzo

• Lorenzo is a character from the animated TV series Total Drama Presents: The Ridonculous Race.
• Lorenzo St. John is a character from the TV series The Vampire Diaries.

See also

In Spanish: Lorenzo para niños

• Lorenza, a similar given name for girls.
• Lorenzen Wright (1975–2010), an American basketball player.
• Lorenzen (surname)