Male Name
Larry
ˈlæɹ.i
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
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Alien characters
American Horror Story characters
Anne Rice characters
Arrested Development characters
A Series of Unfortunate Events characters
bandleaders
Bewitched characters
bluegrass musicians
blues musicians
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
73/100
youthful65%
common120%
wholesome140%
strong140%
refined80%
strange65%
simple160%
comedic120%
Meaning & Etymology
Larry is a masculine given name in English, derived from Lawrence or Laurence. It is often used as a diminutive or nickname for these names. The name Lawrence itself originates from the Roman cognomen Laurentius, which means 'from Laurentum', a city in ancient Italy. The name has been popular in English-speaking countries and has been borne by many notable individuals across various fields.
Etymology
Original Form:
Laurence
Evolution:
The name Larry evolved as a diminutive form of Laurence or Lawrence, which itself comes from the Roman name Laurentius. Over time, Larry became a standalone given name.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry