Larah
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Larah
The given name 'Larah' is derived from the Arabic word 'Larāh', which means 'ascetic' or 'hermit', and is linguistically rooted in the Semitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family.
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Etymology
The given name 'Larah' is derived from the Arabic word 'Larāh', which means 'ascetic' or 'hermit', and is linguistically rooted in the Semitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family. The name 'Larah' is primarily associated with Arabic and Islamic cultures, and there is no notable historical context that stands out, but it is worth noting that the name may be used in other cultures due to its Arabic origin.
Larah currently ranks #16,254 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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