Lars

Meaning

Its source is Laurentius, a Latin name meaning "Man from Laurentum."

Languages used in

This boy's name is used in Norwegian, Swedish and Danish.

Background story

The ancient city of Laurentum was located in present-day Italy. It probably got its name from the laurel bush, an important plant to the people of ancient times, who fashioned triumphant garlands from its branches.

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Statistics for the name Lars (male)

• In Denmark in 2007, the boy name Lars was ranked as number 3 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2006, the boy name Lars was ranked as number 3 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2005, the boy name Lars was ranked as number 3 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2004, the boy name Lars was ranked as number 3 on the most popular name in the entire population
• In Denmark in 2001, the boy name Lars was ranked as number 4 on the most popular name in the entire population