Pronunciation: [lˈɑːsən] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "Larson" is fairly phonetic. The first syllable is pronounced as "lahr," with the "a" sound as in "car." The second syllable is pronounced as "suhn," with the "u" sound as in "put" or "book." The final syllable, "-son," is pronounced as "suhn" or "sən," depending on the speaker's regional accent. Overall, the IPA phonetic transcription for the word "Larson" is lɑrsən.
Larson is a surname of English and Scandinavian origin, primarily used as a last name. As a surname, it is derived from the patronymic form of the given name "Lars," which itself is a variant of the name "Laurence." The name "Lars" is of Scandinavian and Germanic roots, originating from the Old Norse name "Lárus," meaning "victorious" or "crowned with laurel."
Larson is a fairly common surname, particularly among people of Scandinavian and English descent. It can be traced back to the medieval period when surnames became more common in order to distinguish people from one another. Over time, variants of the name Larson, such as Larsen or Lawson, have also emerged.
In contemporary usage, Larson is primarily used as a last name and may signify familial or ancestral ties. It is frequently seen in countries with significant Scandinavian populations, such as Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and the United States, where many Scandinavian immigrants settled.
The name Larson, like many surnames, helps to provide an individual with a sense of identity and heritage. It may serve as a way to trace genealogical roots and connect with one's ancestral history.
The surname Larson is derived from the Scandinavian personal name Lars, which in turn originates from the ancient Hebrew name Yehudah (Judah). The name Judah has its roots in the Hebrew Bible and means "praised" or "thankful". Over time, the name Lars was anglicized to Larson, and it became a common surname in Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden and Norway.
