Lara
A short form of Larisa, ultimately from an ancient Roman family name.
Meaning and origin
Lara is a Russian short form of Larisa that became internationally known through Boris Pasternak's 1957 novel Doctor Zhivago, particularly after the 1965 film adaptation.
How to pronounce Lara
| English (US) | LAR-uh /ˈlɑːrə/ |
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