Lars
Meaning of Lars
The name Lars is a strong and timeless choice for a baby boy, with roots deeply embedded in Scandinavian culture. Originating from the Latin name Laurentius, which means "from Laurentum" or "crowned with laurel," Lars has long been associated with honor and victory. The name enjoys widespread popularity in Nordic countries such as Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. Pronounced as "lahrs" (/laʁs/) in German and "lahrz" (/lɑːz/) in English-speaking regions, Lars carries a distinctive yet accessible sound that appeals to many parents today. Despite its rich history, the name maintains a modern edge, making it an excellent choice for contemporary families. Over the years, Lars has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States but remains a unique pick that stands out without being overly trendy. Variations like Larz also offer alternative spellings while preserving the name's classic essence.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as lahrs (/laʁs/)
British English
- Pronunced as lahrz (/lɑːz/)
American English
- Pronunced as lahrz (/lɑrz/)
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Notable People Named Lars
| Lars von Trier is a versatile Danish filmmaker known for his work as a director, producer, writer, actor, and songwriter. |
| Lars Ulrich is a Danish musician known for co-founding and drumming in the heavy metal band Metallica, and he has songwriting credits on most of the band's songs. |
| Lars Krutak is an American anthropologist, photographer, and writer known for his extensive research on tattoo culture and his work as the host of the documentary series Tattoo Hunter on the Discovery Channel. |
| Lars Levi Laestadius - Lars Levi Læstadius was a Swedish Sami pastor and founder of the Laestadian pietist revival movement, known for his efforts to combat alcoholism within his largely Sami congregations. |
| Lars Peter Hansen is an American economist and Nobel Prize recipient known for his work in economics and statistics at the University of Chicago. |
| Lars Onsager, an American physical chemist and theoretical physicist, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1968 and held the Gibbs Professorship of Theoretical Chemistry at Yale University. |
| Lars Bender is a retired German footballer known for his versatility as a right back and defensive midfielder, and he is the twin brother of fellow footballer Sven Bender. |
| Lars Paul Esbjörn was a Swedish-American Lutheran clergyman, academic, and church leader who played a significant role in founding the Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church and Augustana College. |
| Lars Valter Hörmander was a renowned Swedish mathematician known for his significant contributions to the modern theory of linear partial differential equations and was honored with prestigious awards such as the Fields Medal and the Wolf Prize. |
| Lars Kroijer is a Danish entrepreneur, author, and former hedge fund manager known for co-founding the London-based hedge fund Holte Capital. |
| Lars Chittka is a distinguished German zoologist, ethologist, and ecologist known for his work on the evolution of sensory systems and cognition, particularly using insect-flower interactions as a model. |
| Lars Nittve is a renowned Swedish museum director, curator, art critic, and writer, known for his leadership roles at prestigious institutions such as Tate Modern, Moderna Museet, Rooseum, and Louisiana Museum of Modern Art. |
| Lars Eric Anderson is a former professional baseball first baseman who played for the Boston Red Sox from 2010 to 2012. |
| Lars Valerian Ahlfors was a renowned Finnish mathematician known for his contributions to Riemann surfaces and complex analysis. |
| Lars van der Haar is a Dutch professional cyclist known for his achievements in cyclo-cross and road cycling, currently riding for UCI Continental team Baloise–Trek Lions. |
