Lake
boy name#2056 in 2025Lake entered the US charts in 1891, peaked at #956 in 1892, ranks #2056 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1891–2025
#2056
rank today
#956
peak (1892)
72
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #990 |
| 1910s | #1856 |
| 1920s | #2215 |
| 1930s | #2478 |
| 1940s | #2810 |
| 1950s | #2897 |
| 1960s | #3537 |
| 1970s | #4208 |
| 1980s | #3755 |
| 1990s | #2092 |
| 2000s | #1972 |
| 2010s | #2205 |
| 2020s | #1808 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lake has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 2,500 people named Lake are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lake alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lake in 2025?
- Lake ranks #2056 among US boy names in 2025, with 72 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lake most popular?
- Lake peaked in 1892, reaching #956 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lake with classmates?
- Lake will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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