Lary Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lary originates from the Latin 'Larius', meaning 'laurel', symbolizing victory. It has evolved through several historical forms before becoming popular in modern English. Lary is often seen as an approachable name, with no biblical relevance, and has notable individuals associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lary"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛəri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lary is derived from the Latin name 'Larius', which is believed to be related to the word 'laurel', a symbol of victory and honor.
Meaning
laurel
Language Evolution
Larius (Latin), Laryus (Late Latin), Lary (modern English)
Historical Usage
Lary gained popularity in the 20th century as a short form or diminutive of names like Lawrence and Larry.
Variants & Derivatives
Larry, Laurie, Lorenzo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lary is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, commonly associated with a casual and laid-back personality.
Famous People
Lary Sorensen, American baseball player, Lary Overton, American actor
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Lary Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 63 peak births in 1946
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lary"
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 "Lary"
"Lary" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4399th of 7545 | 48 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1416th of 6773 | 425 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1141st of 7552 | 830 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2877th of 10718 | 195 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7890th of 16616 | 60 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17464th of 24088 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Lary" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.88% 802nd/1546 |
- |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.07% 870th/2227 |
63.70% 1548th/2430 |
51.91% 1481st/2853 |
38.99% 1082nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lary" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lary"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lary" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lary" in the United States
The name Lary is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers 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. From 2020-2022, Lary has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lary' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4399th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1416th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1141st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2877th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7890th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17464th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Lary' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.