Lars
LAHRS
Popularity
#2244
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Norse
Total Births
6,949
Peak Year
#127 in 2000
First Recorded
1883
Style
Strong & Bold, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A Scandinavian short form of Laurence/Lawrence, which comes from the Latin Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' (an ancient Roman city).
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Lars von Trier
Danish film director known for controversial films
Lars Ulrich
Danish musician, drummer for Metallica
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