Larry

Boy's name

Larry is a diminutive form of the name Lawrence, which comes from the Latin name Laurentius, meaning "from Laurentum."

Meaning From Laurentum, Italy
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 204 Falling
Peak year 1947

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Larry Bird - Basketball player, NBA Hall of Famer.
  • Larry King - TV host, Larry King Live.
  • Larry Page - Co-founder of Google.
  • Larry Fitzgerald - NFL wide receiver, Arizona Cardinals.
  • Larry David - Comedian, creator of Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm.
  • Larry Wilmore - Comedian, TV host, The Nightly Show.
  • Larry Nance Jr. - NBA player, Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • Larry the Cable Guy - Comedian, actor, voice of Mater in Cars.
  • Larry Johnson - Former NBA player, Charlotte Hornets, New York Knicks.

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