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Larsson

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Larsson: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2023.

Larsson is a Swedish patronymic surname turned first name, originally meaning “son of Lars”—with Lars itself derived from the Latin Laurentius, meaning “laurel” or “crowned with laurel.” The most famous bearer is Henrik Larsson, the Swedish footballer whose electric pace and goalscoring made him a Celtic icon and a beloved figure in Scottish football. Another notable is Stieg Larsson, the crime novelist behind the Millennium series. While no specific place is named after Larsson, the root Lars appears in Scandinavian towns such as Larvik (Norway) and the Scottish island of Lismore shares no direct link. As a first name in Scotland, Larsson reflects the enduring appeal of Nordic heritage, often chosen by parents who admire its strong, modern sound and footballing associations.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20233 babies
Latest (2023)
#7283 babies
Total births
3since 2023
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2023 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).