Larry Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Larry Name at a Glance

Name	Larry
Meaning	Abbreviation of Lawrence or Laurence often used as an independent name.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Larry Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Larry means “Abbreviation of Lawrence or Laurence often used as an independent name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Larry Name Origin

Our database records Larry under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Larry a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Larry is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Larry

When considering Larry for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.