Laron
Laron is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern coinage, possibly blending 'La-' with Ron (meaning 'ruler's counselor') or Aaron (meaning 'exalted').
Origin and history
Laron is a modern American name created in the mid-20th century, likely formed by combining the popular French-inspired prefix 'La-' with names like Ron or Aaron. It has been steadily used in the United States since the 1960s, though it remains relatively uncommon. Today, it stands as a distinctive given name with a rhythmic, contemporary appeal.
Popularity in the United States
5,193 babies in the United States have been named Laron since 1880. It ranks #1696 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1789.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.2 %)
- MI (14.1 %)
- IL (14.1 %)
- NY (9.1 %)
- MO (9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 6 |
| 1920-1930 | 11 |
| 1930-1940 | 30 |
| 1940-1950 | 78 |
| 1950-1960 | 139 |
| 1960-1970 | 289 |
| 1970-1980 | 940 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,039 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,031 |
| 2000-2010 | 904 |
| 2010-2019 | 588 |
| 2020-2029 | 138 |
Famous people named Laron
- Laron Landry: American football player
- LaRon Byrd: American football player
Fun facts
- Laron emerged during the mid-20th-century trend in the U.S. of creating melodic names using prefixes like 'La-'.
- Over 5,000 boys have been named Laron in the U.S. since 1880, maintaining a consistent presence for decades.