Lara

Name:

Lara

Pronounced: LAHR-uh

Variations: Lora, Larissa

Origin:

Russian

Meaning:

The name Lara means "cheerful" or "light-hearted" in Russian. It is also sometimes considered a shortened form of the name Larissa, which means "citadel" or "fortified place" in Greek mythology.

Popularity:

Lara is a popular name in Russia and other Slavic countries, as well as in Germany and the Netherlands. It ranked #2 in Slovenia in 2019 and #55 in Germany in 2020, among other high rankings.

Did you know?

Lara Croft is the protagonist of the "Tomb Raider" video game franchise, known for her adventurous and daring character.

Famous namesakes:

Lara Spencer is a television presenter in the United States who has worked on various programs, including "Good Morning America" and "Flea Market Flip". She has won multiple Emmy awards for her work in television.

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