Boy
Larry
crowned with laurel, from Laurentum
About Larry
Friendly and unpretentious, this name radiates warmth and approachability that draws people in. It has a down-to-earth, neighborly quality that puts others at ease immediately. While it peaked in previous generations, it now offers vintage charm for parents seeking something retro yet familiar. The name suggests someone genuine, hardworking, and dependable—a straight shooter who values honesty and loyalty. Its informality is its strength, creating instant connection and relatability in social situations. Larry feels comfortable in casual settings while maintaining enough substance for professional contexts. The soft consonants and cheerful vowel sounds create an optimistic, pleasant auditory experience. For parents tired of elaborate, overly formal names, this offers refreshing simplicity and authenticity.
Popularity of the Name Larry
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #513 | |||
| 1881 | #678 | |||
| 1882 | #730 | |||
| 1883 | #544 | |||
| 1884 | #441 | |||
| 1885 | #419 | |||
| 1886 | #363 | |||
| 1887 | #416 | |||
| 1888 | #435 | |||
| 1889 | #537 | |||
| 1890 | #366 | |||
| 1891 | #437 | |||
| 1892 | #453 | |||
| 1893 | #387 | |||
| 1894 | #293 | |||
| 1895 | #299 | |||
| 1896 | #303 | |||
| 1897 | #325 | |||
| 1898 | #300 | |||
| 1899 | #302 | |||
| 1900 | #261 | |||
| 1901 | #299 | |||
| 1902 | #277 | |||
| 1903 | #246 | |||
| 1904 | #224 | |||
| 1905 | #230 | |||
| 1906 | #229 | |||
| 1907 | #265 | |||
| 1908 | #254 | |||
| 1909 | #237 | |||
| 1910 | #218 | |||
| 1911 | #272 | |||
| 1912 | #278 | |||
| 1913 | #262 | |||
| 1914 | #268 | |||
| 1915 | #288 | |||
| 1916 | #298 | |||
| 1917 | #290 | |||
| 1918 | #266 | |||
| 1919 | #265 | |||
| 1920 | #261 | |||
| 1921 | #255 | |||
| 1922 | #254 | |||
| 1923 | #245 | |||
| 1924 | #237 | |||
| 1925 | #190 | |||
| 1926 | #178 | |||
| 1927 | #176 | |||
| 1928 | #150 | |||
| 1929 | #135 | |||
| 1930 | #108 | |||
| 1931 | #88 | |||
| 1932 | #65 | |||
| 1933 | #58 | |||
| 1934 | #43 | |||
| 1935 | #33 | |||
| 1936 | #25 | |||
| 1937 | #16 | |||
| 1938 | #16 | #166 | ||
| 1939 | #14 | |||
| 1940 | #13 | |||
| 1941 | #11 | #137 | ||
| 1942 | #12 | #160 | ||
| 1943 | #12 | #171 | ||
| 1944 | #12 | #151 | ||
| 1945 | #11 | #165 | ||
| 1946 | #11 | #132 | ||
| 1947 | #10 | #120 | ||
| 1948 | #11 | #94 | ||
| 1949 | #10 | #98 | ||
| 1950 | #11 | #105 | ||
| 1951 | #11 | #107 | ||
| 1952 | #14 | #102 | ||
| 1953 | #18 | #114 | ||
| 1954 | #19 | #112 | ||
| 1955 | #19 | #114 | ||
| 1956 | #21 | #137 | ||
| 1957 | #22 | #134 | ||
| 1958 | #22 | #133 | ||
| 1959 | #25 | #145 | ||
| 1960 | #28 | #177 | ||
| 1961 | #30 | #187 | ||
| 1962 | #31 | #185 | ||
| 1963 | #36 | #204 | ||
| 1964 | #36 | #194 | ||
| 1965 | #38 | |||
| 1966 | #38 | #210 | ||
| 1967 | #38 | #215 | ||
| 1968 | #38 | |||
| 1969 | #40 | #260 | ||
| 1970 | #43 | #287 | ||
| 1971 | #44 | |||
| 1972 | #47 | |||
| 1973 | #50 | #291 | ||
| 1974 | #55 | |||
| 1975 | #56 | |||
| 1976 | #60 | |||
| 1977 | #62 | |||
| 1978 | #64 | |||
| 1979 | #69 | |||
| 1980 | #70 | |||
| 1981 | #73 | |||
| 1982 | #77 | |||
| 1983 | #85 | #360 | ||
| 1984 | #91 | |||
| 1985 | #97 | |||
| 1986 | #108 | |||
| 1987 | #114 | |||
| 1988 | #123 | |||
| 1989 | #131 | |||
| 1990 | #144 | |||
| 1991 | #157 | #485 | ||
| 1992 | #173 | #539 | ||
| 1993 | #183 | #605 | ||
| 1994 | #196 | #506 | ||
| 1995 | #210 | #620 | ||
| 1996 | #220 | #624 | ||
| 1997 | #243 | #836 | ||
| 1998 | #248 | #350 | #654 | |
| 1999 | #250 | #363 | #872 | |
| 2000 | #280 | #371 | #718 | |
| 2001 | #290 | #798 | ||
| 2002 | #304 | #976 | ||
| 2003 | #315 | #958 | ||
| 2004 | #334 | #416 | #828 | |
| 2005 | #358 | #489 | ||
| 2006 | #379 | #675 | #785 | |
| 2007 | #331 | #462 | ||
| 2008 | #375 | #382 | ||
| 2009 | #388 | #418 | ||
| 2010 | #364 | #673 | #994 | |
| 2011 | #398 | #471 | ||
| 2012 | #425 | #526 | ||
| 2013 | #479 | #669 | ||
| 2014 | #513 | #454 | ||
| 2015 | #558 | #662 | ||
| 2016 | #604 | #575 | ||
| 2017 | #630 | #475 | ||
| 2018 | #705 | #573 | ||
| 2019 | #761 | #678 | ||
| 2020 | #838 | #457 | ||
| 2021 | #865 | #828 | ||
| 2022 | #893 | |||
| 2024 | #885 | |||
| 2025 | #909 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Larry
Names Similar to Larry
Nicknames for Larry
- Lar
- Lare
- Laz
- L
Famous People Named Larry
| Larry Page | Co-founder of Google |
| Larry King | American television and radio host |
| Larry Bird | Former professional basketball player |
| Larry Ellison | Co-founder of Oracle Corporation |
| Larry Fitzgerald | Professional football player |
| Larry Nassar | American former gymnastics doctor convicted of sexual abuse |
| Larry Holmes | Former professional boxer |
| Larry Niven | American science fiction writer |
| Larry David | American comedian and television producer |
| Larry Fine | Member of the comedy team "The Three Stooges" |
| Larry Mullen Jr. | Drummer for the band U2 |
| Larry Wilmore | American television host and comedian |
| Larry Birkhead | Photographer and former partner of Anna Nicole Smith |
| Larry Carlton | American jazz guitarist |
| Larry Csonka | Former professional football player |
| Larry Coryell | American jazz guitarist |
| Larry Johnson | Former professional basketball player |
| Larry Brown | American basketball coach |
| Larry Graham | American bass guitarist and singer |
| Larry Sanger | Co-founder of Wikipedia |
Characters Named Larry
| Larry Daley | "Night at the Museum" film series |
| Larry Butz | "Phoenix Wright - Ace Attorney" video game series |
| Larry Laffer | Protagonist of the "Leisure Suit Larry" video game series |
| Larry the Cucumber | Character from the "VeggieTales" animated series |
| Larry Underwood | "The Stand" by Stephen King |
| Larry Bloom | "Orange Is the New Black" TV series |
| Larry Talbot | "The Wolf Man" movie |
| Larry Appleton | "Perfect Strangers" TV series |
| Larry the Lobster | Character from "SpongeBob SquarePants" animated series |
| Larry David | Semi-fictionalized version of himself in "Curb Your Enthusiasm" TV series |
| Larry Houdini | "Mr. Popper's Penguins" book and film |
| Larry Johnson | "Family Matters" TV series |
| Larry the Cable Guy | Comedic persona of Daniel Whitney |
| Larry Lovage | "Leisure Suit Larry - Magna Cum Laude" video game |
| Larry Storch | Character from "F Troop" TV series |
| Larry Blaisdell | "Shameless" TV series |
| Larry Foulke | "Ace Combat Zero - The Belkan War" video game |
| Larry Murphy | "Big Mouth" animated series |
| Larry Sizemore | "The Spiderwick Chronicles" book series |