Lazarus
boy name#1141 in 2025Lazarus entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #943 in 1882, ranks #1141 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1882–2025
#1141
rank today
#943
peak (1882)
185
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #978 |
| 1890s | #1073 |
| 1900s | #1216 |
| 1910s | #2152 |
| 1920s | #3099 |
| 1930s | #2982 |
| 1940s | #3046 |
| 1950s | #2920 |
| 1960s | #3306 |
| 1970s | #2664 |
| 1980s | #2229 |
| 1990s | #2271 |
| 2000s | #1826 |
| 2010s | #1479 |
| 2020s | #1263 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lazarus has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,700 people named Lazarus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lazarus alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lazarus in 2025?
- Lazarus ranks #1141 among US boy names in 2025, with 185 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lazarus most popular?
- Lazarus peaked in 1882, reaching #943 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lazarus with classmates?
- Lazarus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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