Larez
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially a variant of Laura.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Larez. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Larez today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Larez births was 1995 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Larez. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Larez. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1995
5 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
1995 SSA rank
#9,703
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Larez: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Larez by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Larez during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Larez
The name Larez has its origins in the ancient Aramaic language, which was spoken in parts of the Middle East and Central Asia during the first millennium BC. It is derived from the Aramaic word "lāruz," which means "walnut tree" or "walnut wood." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who lived near or worked with walnut trees in some capacity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Larez can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who lived in the 5th century BC. In his work "The Histories," Herodotus mentions a man named Larez who was a prominent figure in the city of Susa, located in what is now modern-day Iran. This suggests that the name was in use among the Persian population during that time period.
During the medieval period, the name Larez appeared in several Islamic texts and records, indicating its continued use in the Middle East. One notable figure was Larez al-Baghdadi, a renowned scholar and mathematician who lived in Baghdad in the 9th century AD. His contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the study of algebra, were significant.
In the 12th century, a man named Larez ibn al-Rumi was a prominent poet and philosopher in the Persian-speaking world. His works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, had a lasting impact on the literary traditions of the region.
Another historical figure bearing the name Larez was Larez al-Andalusi, a Spanish-Arab scholar and scientist who lived in the 13th century. He made important contributions to the fields of astronomy and optics, and his writings were influential in the development of scientific thought in medieval Europe.
Jumping forward to the 19th century, a man named Larez Khan was a prominent military leader and statesman in the Afghan region. He played a crucial role in the political and military affairs of the region during a period of significant turmoil and conflict.
These examples demonstrate the rich history and cultural significance of the name Larez, which has been present in various regions and contexts throughout the centuries. While its exact origins may be shrouded in mystery, the name has left an indelible mark on the historical record, carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields and societies.
People
Larez + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Larez as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Larez: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Larez?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Larez going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Larez a common name?
We classify Larez as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Larez most popular?
The single biggest year for Larez was 1995, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Larez is about 30 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Larez in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Larez a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Larez in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Larez still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Larez in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Larez can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Larez?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.