Lafeyette Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationlah-fay-et / lɑːˈfeɪɛt

French; English

Meaning

French: from the place name; English: derived from Lafayette

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Lafeyette is derived from the French surname 'Lafayette', which means 'from the land of the oak'. It is historically associated with the Marquis de Lafayette, a French aristocrat who played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. The name has been used in various contexts, including place names in the United States. It reflects a blend of French heritage and American history.

Trend Summary

The name Lafeyette has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Lafayette

International Variants

  • Lafayette (French)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lafeyette was first seen in the United States in 1972. Lafeyette has ranked as high as #1086 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lafeyette has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lafeyette

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19725