Lamar
girl name#6116 in 2025Lamar entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #2463 in 1911, ranks #6116 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
#6116
rank today
#2463
peak (1911)
19
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3531 |
| 1920s | #3981 |
| 1930s | #3484 |
| 1940s | #3878 |
| 1950s | #3805 |
| 1960s | #3926 |
| 1970s | #4888 |
| 1980s | #6746 |
| 1990s | #9180 |
| 2000s | #8492 |
| 2010s | #3801 |
| 2020s | #6234 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lamar has been most popular in Michigan, California, Illinois.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Lamar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lamar alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lamar in 2025?
- Lamar ranks #6116 among US girl names in 2025, with 19 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lamar most popular?
- Lamar peaked in 1911, reaching #2463 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lamar with classmates?
- Lamar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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