Larry Otis

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Larry Otis — laurel crowned
897K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Larry Otis is a name that combines English origins. The first name Larry is a masculine given name of English origin. Larry is a masculine given name in English, derived from Lawrence or Laurence. It can be a shortened form of those names. Larry D. Alexander, American artist/writer Larry Boone, American country singer Larry Collins, American musician, member of the rockabilly sibling duo The Collins Kids Larry Carlton (born 1948), American jazz guitarist and singer Larry Csonka, American wrestling journalist Larry David (born 1947), Emmy-winning American actor, writer, comedian, producer and film director Larry Emdur, Australian television personality Larry Feign, American cartoonist working in Hong Kong Larr. The surname Otis: Otis is a surname of English origin and may have been a variant spelling of the English name Oates. Amos Otis (born 1947), American retired Major League Baseball player Bill Otis (1889–1990), American Major League Baseball player Elisha Otis (1811–1861), American inventor and industrialist, inventor of an elevator safety device and founder of Otis Elevator Company Eliza Ann Otis (1833–1904), American poet, journalist, and philanthropist, co-founder, publisher and associate editor of the Los Angeles Times newspaper Elwell Stephen Otis (1838–1909), American general who served in the Civil War, S. Larry is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 897K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Larry reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Larry

Meaning: laurel crowned

English

Larry is a masculine given name in English, derived from Lawrence or Laurence. It can be a shortened form of those names. Larry D. Alexander, American artist/writer Larry Boone, American country singer Larry Collins, American musician, member of the rockabilly sibling duo The Collins Kids Larry Carlton (born 1948), American jazz guitarist and singer Larry Csonka, American wrestling journalist Larry David (born 1947), Emmy-winning American actor, writer, comedian, producer and film director Larry Emdur, Australian television personality Larry Feign, American cartoonist working in Hong Kong Larr.

Surname: Otis

English

Otis is a surname of English origin and may have been a variant spelling of the English name Oates. Amos Otis (born 1947), American retired Major League Baseball player Bill Otis (1889–1990), American Major League Baseball player Elisha Otis (1811–1861), American inventor and industrialist, inventor of an elevator safety device and founder of Otis Elevator Company Eliza Ann Otis (1833–1904), American poet, journalist, and philanthropist, co-founder, publisher and associate editor of the Los Angeles Times newspaper Elwell Stephen Otis (1838–1909), American general who served in the Civil War, S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Larry is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Larry by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
1910s
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Notable People Named Larry Otis

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Larry Otis:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Larry?
The first name Larry originates from English. Larry is a masculine given name in English, derived from Lawrence or Laurence. It can be a shortened form of those names. Larry D. Alexander, American artist/writer Larry Boone, American country singer Larry Collins, American musician, member of the rockabilly sibling duo The Collins Kids Larry Carlton (born 1948), American jazz guitarist and singer Larry Csonka, American wrestling journalist Larry David (born 1947), Emmy-winning American actor, writer, comedian, producer and film director Larry Emdur, Australian television personality Larry Feign, American cartoonist working in Hong Kong Larr.
When was Larry most popular?
The name Larry reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Otis?
The surname Otis originates from English. Otis is a surname of English origin and may have been a variant spelling of the English name Oates. Amos Otis (born 1947), American retired Major League Baseball player Bill Otis (1889–1990), American Major League Baseball player Elisha Otis (1811–1861), American inventor and industrialist, inventor of an elevator safety device and founder of Otis Elevator Company Eliza Ann Otis (1833–1904), American poet, journalist, and philanthropist, co-founder, publisher and associate editor of the Los Angeles Times newspaper Elwell Stephen Otis (1838–1909), American general who served in the Civil War, S.
How common is the surname Otis?
The surname Otis is shared by approximately 8K people worldwide.
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