Larue
Larue is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
The street.
Origin and history
Larue originated as a French surname meaning 'the street', derived from 'la rue'. It transitioned into use as a given name in the United States, predominantly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is quite rare as a masculine given name.
Popularity in the United States
1,540 babies in the United States have been named Larue since 1880. It ranks #3205 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (85 %)
- IL (8.3 %)
- NY (2.4 %)
- SC (2.4 %)
- MO (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 17 |
| 1910-1920 | 196 |
| 1920-1930 | 258 |
| 1930-1940 | 227 |
| 1940-1950 | 200 |
| 1950-1960 | 203 |
| 1960-1970 | 122 |
| 1970-1980 | 108 |
| 1980-1990 | 83 |
| 1990-2000 | 55 |
| 2000-2010 | 27 |
| 2010-2019 | 44 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Larue
- Larue Martin: Basketball Player
Fun facts
- Larue originally served as a French topographic surname for someone who lived near a main street or roadway.
- The name enjoyed mild usage in the United States around the turn of the 20th century before declining sharply.