Larry

Larry is an English familiar form of Lawrence, which derives from the Latin Laurentius, meaning man from Laurentum, a city whose name is traditionally associated with the Latin laurus, meaning laurel. The laurel was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome, giving the name strong classical associations. Saint Lawrence, a third-century Christian martyr, helped spread the name throughout medieval Europe. Related forms include Laurence, Lars, Laurent, Lorenzo, and Lorenz.