How Many People Are Named Larsen?
Complete statistics for the name Larsen: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Larsen, a very rare male name, is held by just 700 people in the US today, making up 1 in 471,626 Americans. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 37 births, and its modernity is evident with 87% of people named Larsen being under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 18All 713 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2008Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Larsen Through the Generations
Larsen stands out as a relatively new addition to the American naming landscape, with its peak year occurring in 2008 when 37 babies were given this name. Today, there are approximately 700 people named Larsen living in the United States, with the majority under 30 years old. This indicates that Larsen is predominantly a name chosen by younger parents, contributing to its status as a modern, newer-generation name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Larsen's Scandinavian roots
📄 About the Name Larsen
How Many People Have the Name Larsen?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 55,235 people in the United States currently share the name Larsen. That works out to roughly 1 in every 6,001 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.
Is Larsen a Common or Rare Name?
Larsen is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Larsen Mean?
Larsen means "Scandinavian surname" and comes from Scandinavian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Larsen in SSA data, approximately 74% are male and 26% are female.
When Was Larsen Most Popular?
The name Larsen reached peak popularity in 2008, with 37 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Larsen?
Approximately 55,235 people named Larsen live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 55,235. That works out to roughly 1 in 6,001 Americans.
Is Larsen a rare name?
Larsen is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 6,001 Americans has this name.
What does the name Larsen mean?
Larsen means "Scandinavian surname" and comes from Scandinavian origins.
Is Larsen more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 74% of people named Larsen are male and 26% are female.
When was Larsen most popular?
Larsen peaked in 2008 with 37 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.