Larri
Of unknown origin, a diminutive or pet form of Lawrence.
Name Census estimates that about 219 living Americans carry the first name Larri. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 76.6% of registrations being female. The average person named Larri today is around 52 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Larri births was 1960 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Larri. 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
219
~ 1 in 1,565,088 Americans
Peak year
1960
16 babies that year
Average age
52
years old
2010 SSA rank
#8,517
Tracked since 1947
Gender
Gender distribution for Larri
Larri is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 265 total registrations, 62 (23.4%) were male and 203 (76.6%) were female.
Larri as a male name
- Ranked #8,517 in 2010
- 9 male births in 2010
- Peak: 1999 (12 births)
Larri as a female name
- Ranked #12,322 in 1987
- 5 female births in 1987
- Peak: 1963 (12 births)
Popularity
Larri: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Larri from the 1940s through to the 2010s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 80 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1950s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Larri 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 Larri during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Larri
The name Larri has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was prominent in ancient India during the Vedic period (c. 1500–500 BCE). It is derived from the Sanskrit word "lari," meaning "wave" or "undulation." This suggests that the name may have been associated with the ocean or water bodies in its early usage.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Larri can be found in the Hindu epic poem, the Ramayana, which is believed to have been composed between the 7th and 4th centuries BCE. In this ancient text, Larri is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a fisherman living near the banks of the Ganga river.
During the Gupta Empire (c. 320–550 CE), a period of great cultural and intellectual flourishing in India, the name Larri gained popularity among certain communities. Records from this era indicate that a prominent scholar and astrologer named Larri Acharya was renowned for his contributions to the field of astronomy.
In the 12th century, a Rajput warrior named Larri Singh played a significant role in the defense of the Chauhan dynasty against invading forces. His bravery and military prowess were celebrated in local folklore and ballads of the time.
In the realm of literature, Larri Bhatt, a 16th-century Gujarati poet, is remembered for his devotional compositions and influence on the bhakti movement. His works are still studied and recited by many in the regions of Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Moving into more recent history, Larri Tulsidas was an Indian freedom fighter and social reformer from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He actively campaigned against the caste system and advocated for the rights of marginalized communities, becoming a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement.
While the name Larri has ancient roots and historical significance in Indian culture, its usage has been relatively limited outside of the subcontinent. However, its connection to the elements of water and waves, as well as its association with various notable figures throughout history, contribute to its rich cultural heritage.
People
Larri + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Larri 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
Larri: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Larri?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 219 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Larri 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 1,565,088 US residents.
Is Larri a common name?
We classify Larri as "Very Rare". It ranks above 75.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 265 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Larri most popular?
The single biggest year for Larri was 1960, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Larri is about 52 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Larri a female name?
Yes, 76.6% of people registered as Larri 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.