Lara - Last Names

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Lara

/ˈlɑːrə/

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Meaning

Guardian or protector

Represents strength in subtlety, combining quiet resilience with grace under pressure.

Symbolism

Embodies independence, elegance, and a pioneering spirit, often associated with trailblazing women and cultural icons.

Etymology: Derived from the Latin 'Larus', meaning 'seagull', later evolving into a hypocoristic form of 'Larissa' in Russian; as a surname, it appears in Iberian Peninsula records with toponymic origins linked to places named Lara.

Style & Origin

european

Cultural Background

Lara has roots in multiple cultures, commonly appearing as a surname in Spanish, Portuguese, and Ita

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