Male Name
Lari
ˈlɑ.ri
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
isograms
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
63/100
Meaning & Etymology
Lari is a Finnish diminutive of the names Laurence or Hilarius. It is commonly used as a given name in Finland and other Nordic countries. The name Laurence originates from the Roman cognomen Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum', a city in ancient Italy. Hilarius, on the other hand, is derived from the Latin word 'hilaris', meaning 'cheerful' or 'merry'.
Etymology
Original Form:
Laurence or Hilarius
Evolution:
The name Lari evolved as a diminutive form in Finnish, simplifying the original names for ease of use and familiarity.
Source:
Finnish naming conventions and linguistic studies