Laurence nn Lars

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Endoftetherweather · 04/01/2024 16:02

We like this name for a boy, despite being slightly put off by despicable rent-an-outrage Laurence Fox.

We really like the nn Lars, rather than Loz or Laurie. Does it feel a bit too contrived? We’re in NW England with no links to Scandinavia.

Other contenders are Rafael (but we’re very much English) and Gabriel (we’re in no way religious). Not easy this naming malachy!!

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Joolsin · 04/01/2024 16:08

I knew one who was called Lar for short (UK family) - I quite like it. Occasionally people misheard and called him Lars, he was happy with either.

Mintygoodness · 04/01/2024 16:06

Although I thought the obvious nn for Laurence is Larry rather than Loz.

CharlieBoo · 04/01/2024 16:05

I would probably assume you’re European with a name like Lars, very popular in Sweden. I wouldn’t be put off by Laurence Fox, but do prefer the nn Laurie..

Mintygoodness · 04/01/2024 16:05

Lars is great go for it. Our Gabriel is 17 and 6'2. He is always getting compliments on his name, its used internationally as well and so was great when we did a couple of international relocations.

Spaghettieis · 04/01/2024 16:05

Too contrived imo, it’s not even the same vowel sound. Just go with Laurence and call him the full name (I know two who go by the full name and one who goes by Laurie). No one will think about Laurence Fox unless your surname is also Fox!

User69371527 · 04/01/2024 16:04

I never knew Lars was short for Laurence, just thought of it as a stand alone scandi name, is that a thing?

TheProblemBlob · 04/01/2024 16:04

I think it will be impossible to avoid Loz, sorry. I love Gabriel.

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