Larina
A feminine name with Latin origins, meaning "cheerful".
Name Census estimates that about 419 living Americans carry the first name Larina. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Larina today is around 39 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Larina births was 1974 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Larina. 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.
People living today
419
~ 1 in 818,029 Americans
Peak year
1974
19 babies that year
Average age
39
years old
2022 SSA rank
#16,636
Tracked since 1950
Popularity
Larina: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Larina from the 1950s through to the 2020s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 134 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Larina 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 Larina during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Larinas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Larina
The name Larina is derived from the Latin word "larus," meaning "seagull." It is believed to have originated in the coastal regions of ancient Rome, where seagulls were a common sight and were often revered as symbols of freedom and grace.
During the Roman era, the name Larina was associated with goddesses and nymphs who were said to dwell near the sea. It was a popular name among families living in coastal towns and villages, as it represented a connection with the natural world and the beauty of the ocean.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Larina can be found in the writings of the Roman poet Ovid, who mentioned a nymph by that name in his work "Metamorphoses." In this epic poem, Larina is described as a beautiful and elusive figure who resided in a secluded cove on the Italian coastline.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Larina. In the 12th century, Larina of Antioch was a influential Byzantine noblewoman and philanthropist who founded several hospitals and orphanages in the region. Another notable Larina was the Italian Renaissance painter Larina Veneziano (1490-1564), who was renowned for her vibrant depictions of coastal landscapes and maritime scenes.
In the realm of literature, Larina is the name of a character in Alexander Pushkin's novel "Eugene Onegin," published in 1833. In the story, Larina is the mother of the protagonist, Tatyana, and is depicted as a kind and nurturing figure who embodies the virtues of traditional Russian womanhood.
Another famous Larina was the Russian ballerina Larina Semyonova (1908-1976), who was a prima ballerina with the Bolshoi Ballet and was renowned for her exceptional grace and artistry on stage. Her performances in classic ballets such as "Giselle" and "Swan Lake" earned her international acclaim and inspired generations of dancers.
While the name Larina may have evolved and taken on different cultural meanings over time, its roots can be traced back to the ancient Roman reverence for the sea and its natural wonders. It remains a beautiful and evocative name that carries a sense of grace, freedom, and connection with the natural world.
People
Larina + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Larina 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
Larina: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Larina?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 419 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Larina 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 818,029 US residents.
Is Larina a common name?
We classify Larina as "Very Rare". It ranks above 82.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 450 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Larina most popular?
The single biggest year for Larina was 1974, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Larina is about 39 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Larina a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Larina in the SSA data are female. 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.
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.