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Jon vs Larry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American British Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,070
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jon Rank #893
Larry Rank #1,070

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #1070 for Larry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jon or Larry more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Larry at #1070 in the United States.

What do Jon and Larry mean?

Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin).

Are Jon and Larry boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Larry is primarily a boy name.

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