Lakota
boy name#3848 in 2025Lakota entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #1519 in 1997, ranks #3848 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
#3848
rank today
#1519
peak (1997)
28
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5059 |
| 1980s | #6946 |
| 1990s | #2478 |
| 2000s | #2371 |
| 2010s | #2771 |
| 2020s | #3437 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lakota has been most popular in NC, OH, PA.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Lakota are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lakota alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lakota in 2025?
- Lakota ranks #3848 among US boy names in 2025, with 28 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lakota most popular?
- Lakota peaked in 1997, reaching #1519 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lakota with classmates?
- Lakota will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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