Larry - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Larry \l(ar)-ry\ is pronounced LARE-ee. It is of English origin. Short form of Lawrence and Laurence, often used as an independent name. Basketball player Larry Bird; actor/comedian Larry David.

For more information, see also the related name Larnell.

Baby names that sound like Larry are Lary, Laroy, Laray, Lorry, Lawry and Larrey. Other similar baby names are Barry, Darry, Garry, Harry and Parry.

Larry is a very popular male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Larry. Compare Larry with related baby names.