Larae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Larae is a modern English name derived from the Latin 'Laura', meaning 'laurel'. It has evolved from historical forms like Laura and Lara. The name embodies traits of elegance and individuality, and it does not have a biblical background. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century as a unique name choice.
The name Larae is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Larae has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Larae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3949th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1327th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1503rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3004th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5879th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6589th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Larae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Larae"
Pronunciation
/ləˈreɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Larae is a contemporary name that is often considered a variant of the name Lara, which is derived from the Latin name 'Laura', meaning 'laurel' or 'bay tree'. The addition of 'e' at the end adds a unique twist to the name.
Meaning
laurel
Language Evolution
Laura, Lara, Larae
Historical Usage
Larae has gained popularity primarily in the late 20th century as a modern and unique name choice among parents.
Variants & Derivatives
Lara, Laura, Laree
Modern Popularity & Image
Larae is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Larae"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Larae"
"Larae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3949th of 9107 | 95 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1327th of 9204 | 610 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1503rd of 12526 | 907 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2010th of 19264 | 689 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3004th of 27321 | 563 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5879th of 35406 | 333 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6589th of 30306 | 218 |
Regional Popularity of "Larae" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Larae" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
66.11% 755th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
86.48% 1337th/1546 |
- | - |
30.06% 465th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.04% 1159th/2227 |
- | - |
37.37% 1037th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
67.21% 1974th/2937 |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
60.34% 2440th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
74.32% 3326th/4475 |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
58.30% 3683rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Larae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Larae" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.