Lara vs Erasmus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lara

Boy #20,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"household spirit, ancestral guardian"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #19,720 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beloved, desired"

Origin: Greek

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Lara Rank #20,060

Erasmus Rank #19,720

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

Is Lara or Erasmus more popular?

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

What do Lara and Erasmus mean?

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

Are Lara and Erasmus boy or girl names?

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