Laken
girl name#987 in 2025Laken entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #860 in 1991, ranks #987 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1984–2025
#987
rank today
#860
peak (1991)
256
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #1712 |
| 1990s | #988 |
| 2000s | #1630 |
| 2010s | #1651 |
| 2020s | #1269 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Laken has been most popular in TX, TN, NC.
Living bearers
About 6,200 people named Laken are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Laken 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 Laken in 2025?
- Laken ranks #987 among US girl names in 2025, with 256 babies given the name.
- When was the name Laken most popular?
- Laken peaked in 1991, reaching #860 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Laken with classmates?
- Laken will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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