Erasmus vs Lara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erasmus

Boy #19,720 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beloved, desired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #20,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"household spirit, ancestral guardian"

Origin: Latin

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Erasmus Rank #19,720

Lara Rank #20,060

Erasmus is more popular, ranked #19720 vs #20060 for Lara.

Is Erasmus or Lara more popular?

Erasmus is more popular, ranked #19720 compared to Lara at #20060 in the United States.

What do Erasmus and Lara mean?

Erasmus means "beloved, desired" (Greek origin). Lara means "household spirit, ancestral guardian" (Latin origin).

Are Erasmus and Lara boy or girl names?

Erasmus is primarily a boy name. Lara is primarily a boy name.