Rising since 2009, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Lareen since 1954
Babies named Lareen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 210 |
| 2020s | 217 |
Meaning & origin
Lareen is a rare modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1954. Its popularity has been rising gradually since 2009, and it reached a peak in 2023 with a rank of 4,172 in 2025 and an estimated 1 in 47,273 girls receiving the name. The name is most popular in Michigan, one of the top states for Lareen. Lareen likely originated as an invented coinage, combining the fashionable 'een' suffix with a melodic 'Lar' sound, similar to names like Lara or Lauren. While it remains uncommon, its steady upward trajectory suggests a modest but growing appeal among parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name for their daughters.
Lareen first appeared in U.S. birth records in the mid-20th century, likely as a modern creation combining a fashionable sound (the 'een' suffix found in names like Kathleen or Jolene) with the popular root 'Lar-' seen in Lara or Lauren. It has no known ancient or traditional roots, and its usage remains rare.
Where Lareen is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lara, Reen, Lare
Sibling names for Lareen
Names that share Lareen's style, for a brother or sister.
