Lara
/lahːruh/ Hungarian Female
Meaning & Origin
Lara is a Hungarian name meaning "From the ancient...". Its etymology is debated, but commonly linked to Latin, possibly from "Lar" referring to household gods (Lares). Another theory suggests Greek origin, related to the city of Larissa.
Quick Facts
Language Hungarian
Gender Female
Phonetic lahːruh
IPA lɑːɹə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as lahːruh. Keep the original Hungarian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Lara
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