Lars
boy name#1886 in 2025Lars entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #720 in 1883, ranks #1886 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1883–2025
#1886
rank today
#720
peak (1883)
83
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #893 |
| 1890s | #1057 |
| 1900s | #779 |
| 1910s | #2189 |
| 1920s | #2281 |
| 1930s | #1907 |
| 1940s | #1569 |
| 1950s | #1102 |
| 1960s | #809 |
| 1970s | #922 |
| 1980s | #1043 |
| 1990s | #1209 |
| 2000s | #1334 |
| 2010s | #1761 |
| 2020s | #2012 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lars has been most popular in CA, MN, WA.
Living bearers
About 6,100 people named Lars are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lars alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lars in 2025?
- Lars ranks #1886 among US boy names in 2025, with 83 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lars most popular?
- Lars peaked in 1883, reaching #720 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lars with classmates?
- Lars will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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