Larry
boy name#1084 in 2025Larry entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #10 in 1947, ranks #1084 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1084
rank today
#10
peak (1947)
198
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #494 |
| 1890s | #342 |
| 1900s | #251 |
| 1910s | #270 |
| 1920s | #208 |
| 1930s | #47 |
| 1940s | #11 |
| 1950s | #18 |
| 1960s | #35 |
| 1970s | #55 |
| 1980s | #97 |
| 1990s | #202 |
| 2000s | #335 |
| 2010s | #543 |
| 2020s | #958 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Larry has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 520,000 people named Larry are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Larry alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Larry in 2025?
- Larry ranks #1084 among US boy names in 2025, with 198 babies given the name.
- When was the name Larry most popular?
- Larry peaked in 1947, reaching #10 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Larry with classmates?
- Larry will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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