How common is the Lar surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname Lar in the United States.

Are there Lar soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 18 soldiers with the Lar surname appear in Civil War records.

Lar

Q: What does the surname Lar mean?

The surname Lar means "Derived from Latin 'lar' (household god) or possibly a shortened form of a longer surname.". It is of Latin, English origin.

Other

Meaning

Derived from Latin 'lar' (household god) or possibly a shortened form of a longer surname.

Etymology

May derive from the Latin term for a household deity in Roman religion, or be a shortened form of surnames like Larson or Larcombe. The etymology is uncertain and may vary by region.

About the Lar Surname

A very short surname of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin or as a diminutive of longer surnames. The name is quite rare in modern records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare surname found in various English-speaking countries.

Lar Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Lar Surname

Ernest M. Lar

Lieut.

Quick Facts

Origin: Latin, English
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: 17th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

18 soldiers with the Lar surname found in Civil War records.

Search war records →

Lar