Larimar
LA-ree-mar
Larimar is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Larimar is a modern name, likely inspired by the gemstone of the same name. It is a blue variety of pectolite found only in the Dominican Republic. It suggests beauty and rarity.”. It currently ranks #7081 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.
What Larimar Means
“Larimar is a modern name, likely inspired by the gemstone of the same name. It is a blue variety of pectolite found only in the Dominican Republic. It suggests beauty and rarity.”
The Story of Larimar
This name, born from a rare blue gemstone found only in the Dominican Republic, evokes calm beauty and deep mystery.
Larimar is a modern name, its origin tied to the discovery of the pectolite mineral of the same name in the Dominican Republic in the mid-20th century. Named for the daughter of the discoverer, Larissa, and the sea ('mar'), it reflects its striking blue hue and oceanic connection. It gained traction in naming in the late 1990s.
The very sound of Larimar suggests a serene and captivating presence. It is a name for your daughter, who you envision will possess a calm strength and a deep, mysterious allure. You see her as a rare and grounding force, radiating a tranquil beauty.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#20 in 2023
Total Births
108
First Recorded
1996
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