| Pronunciation | Swedish: [lɑːʂ] |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Word/name | Latin |
| Meaning | "crowned with laurel" |
| Related names | , Lawrence, Lauritz, Laurits |
Lars is a common male name in Germanic-speaking countries, excluding Great Britain.
Lars is derived from the Roman name , which means "from Laurentum" or "crowned with laurel". Lawrence and Laurence are of the same origin.
A homonymous Etruscan name was borne by several Etruscan kings. The etymology of the Etruscan name is unknown.