Lam
girl nameLam entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #9144 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
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rank today
#9144
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9144 |
| 2000s | #15488 |
| 2010s | #13680 |
| 2020s | #15251 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lam are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lam is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lam in 2025?
- Lam is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lam most popular?
- Lam peaked in 1984, reaching #9144 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lam with classmates?
- Lam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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