Larry vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

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Larry Rank #1,070

Harold Rank #991

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1070 for Larry.

Is Larry or Harold more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Larry at #1070 in the United States.

What do Larry and Harold mean?

Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Larry and Harold boy or girl names?

Larry is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.