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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From Laurentum
- Origin
- Scandinavian (via Latin)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- LARZ
Lars is a Scandinavian boy's name that reached English by way of Latin. It's often said to mean 'crowned with laurel,' but that's a simplification — it's really a toponymic name, meaning 'of/from Laurentum,' a town associated with laurel trees. It's pronounced LARZ.
Meaning & Origin of Lars
Meaning: From Laurentum.
Origin: Scandinavian (via Latin).
A common claim: Commonly said to mean 'crowned with laurel.' Actually: Lars is often said to mean 'crowned with laurel' — that's a simplification; it's really a toponymic name meaning 'of/from Laurentum,' a town associated with laurel trees.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Lars
LARZIPA /ˈlɑːrz/
Popularity of Lars
Lars peaked at #737 in 1961, when 110 babies were given the name, and has since fallen to #2244 in 2024 with 64 babies — SSA records for the name span 1883 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Lars mean?
From Laurentum. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lars?
Lars is pronounced LARZ (IPA: /ˈlɑːrz/).
Is Lars a popular name right now?
Lars peaked at #737 in 1961 and is ranked #2244 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1883–2024.)
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