Larry
Larry is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Crowned with laurel; from Laurentum.
Origin and history
Larry is traditionally a masculine diminutive of Laurence or Lawrence, derived from the Latin Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel'. Although predominantly used for males, it saw occasional use as a feminine given name in the mid-20th century in the United States. Its feminine usage has dropped significantly, making it extremely rare for U.S. females today.
Popularity in the United States
3,560 babies in the United States have been named Larry since 1880. It ranks #2965 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.2 %)
- CA (11.3 %)
- NC (8.8 %)
- IL (8.2 %)
- MS (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 36 |
| 1920-1930 | 73 |
| 1930-1940 | 252 |
| 1940-1950 | 747 |
| 1950-1960 | 995 |
| 1960-1970 | 599 |
| 1970-1980 | 520 |
| 1980-1990 | 284 |
| 1990-2000 | 54 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Larry saw its highest feminine usage in the U.S. during the 1930s and 1940s, alongside a trend of giving girls traditionally masculine nicknames.
- The root name Laurence refers to Laurentum, an ancient Italian city named for its abundant laurel trees.