Lafayette
girl nameLafayette entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #4286 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#4286
peak (1934)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4814 |
| 1930s | #4286 |
| 1960s | #6578 |
| 1970s | #7680 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lafayette are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lafayette alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lafayette in 2025?
- Lafayette is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lafayette most popular?
- Lafayette peaked in 1934, reaching #4286 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lafayette with classmates?
- Lafayette will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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