Larue Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Larue has French origins, meaning 'the street.' It evolved from the Old French 'rue' and has maintained its association with location. The name reflects a connection to pathways and places. It has no biblical relevance but gained popularity in the 19th century in the United States. Common variants include LaRue and Rue, and it is currently viewed as a unique and sophisticated name, often linked to creative individuals.

The name Larue is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Larue has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Larue' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1419th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1547th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1767th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3171st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5888th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12454th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13385th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 724th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 810th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2081st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7633rd out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28314th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11629th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Larue' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Larue"

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Pronunciation

/ləˈruː/

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Origin

French

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Etymology

The name Larue is derived from the French word 'rue,' meaning 'street' or 'road.' It can also mean 'the street' in a diminutive form, suggesting a connection to a location or a smaller pathway.

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Meaning

the street

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Language Evolution

Old French: 'rue', Middle French: 'la rue', Modern French: 'la rue', Anglicized form: 'Larue'

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Historical Usage

The name Larue gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, particularly among families of French descent. It has maintained a consistent presence in various names and surnames.

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Variants & Derivatives

LaRue, Larrue, Rue

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Larue is perceived as a unique and sophisticated name, often associated with artistic and creative individuals. Its French origins give it an elegant connotation.

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Famous People

LaRue Martin (basketball player), LaRue G. McCormick (politician), LaRue D. H. Stokes (author)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Larue"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Larue"

"Larue" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1419th of 7545 422
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1547th of 6773 375
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1767th of 7552 373
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 3171st of 10718 166
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 5888th of 16616 109
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 12454th of 24088 52
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 13385th of 23106 38
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 724th of 9107 1,767
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 810th of 9204 1,421
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 2081st of 12526 529
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 7633rd of 19264 83
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 28314th of 35406 13
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 11629th of 30306 92

Regional Popularity of "Larue" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
79.45%
1125th/1416
44.82%
618th/1379
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
67.27%
1040th/1546
45.89%
714th/1556
- -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- 51.77%
1258th/2430
74.55%
2127th/2853
-
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
55.16%
1620th/2937
63.82%
2223rd/3483
- -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Larue" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
64.76%
917th/1416
34.08%
470th/1379
34.11%
807th/2366
29.07%
332nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
95.54%
1477th/1546
35.35%
550th/1556
38.50%
906th/2353
32.90%
509th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- 60.00%
1458th/2430
79.14%
2258th/2853
100.00%
2775th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - 100.00%
4044th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Larue"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Larue" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.