Lamont Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationluh-MONT / /ləˈmɒnt/Scottish; French
Meaning
Scottish: 'from the mountain'; French: 'the mountain'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lamont has Scottish roots, often associated with the surname derived from a place name. It is also linked to French origins, where it refers to a geographical feature. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its adaptability across cultures. Lamont has been a relatively uncommon first name, often appearing as a surname.
Trend Summary
The name Lamont has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often remaining in the lower ranks of baby names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lamon
- Lemont
International Variants
- Léon (French)
- Lamon (French)
Famous people named Lamont
Lamont Dozier was an American songwriter and record producer known for his work with Motown.
Lamont Peterson is a professional boxer who has held multiple world championships in two weight classes.
Lamont Hill is an American academic and political commentator recognized for his work in social justice.
Lamont McClintock is a notable American politician serving in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Fictional characters named Lamont
Lamont Cranston is the alter ego of The Shadow, a character in the pulp magazine series created by Walter B. Gibson.
Lamont is a character in the television series 'Sanford and Son,' known as the son of the main character, Fred Sanford.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lamont was first seen in the United States in 1888. Lamont has ranked as high as #447 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, California, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Lamont has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lamont (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 25 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 30 |
| 1922 | 32 |
| 1923 | 27 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 25 |
| 1927 | 32 |
| 1928 | 31 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 42 |
| 1931 | 30 |
| 1932 | 36 |
| 1933 | 38 |
| 1934 | 34 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 19 |
| 1937 | 41 |
| 1938 | 44 |
| 1939 | 56 |
| 1940 | 64 |
| 1941 | 94 |
| 1942 | 103 |
| 1943 | 94 |
| 1944 | 103 |
| 1945 | 101 |
| 1946 | 149 |
| 1947 | 145 |
| 1948 | 171 |
| 1949 | 193 |
| 1950 | 194 |
| 1951 | 204 |
| 1952 | 182 |
| 1953 | 201 |
| 1954 | 232 |
| 1955 | 206 |
| 1956 | 202 |
| 1957 | 225 |
| 1958 | 233 |
| 1959 | 252 |
| 1960 | 225 |
| 1961 | 272 |
| 1962 | 268 |
| 1963 | 293 |
| 1964 | 340 |
| 1965 | 336 |
| 1966 | 342 |
| 1967 | 375 |
| 1968 | 423 |
| 1969 | 443 |
| 1970 | 534 |
| 1971 | 524 |
| 1972 | 1,040 |
| 1973 | 900 |
| 1974 | 824 |
| 1975 | 659 |
| 1976 | 599 |
| 1977 | 531 |
| 1978 | 541 |
| 1979 | 521 |
| 1980 | 484 |
| 1981 | 402 |
| 1982 | 368 |
| 1983 | 317 |
| 1984 | 320 |
| 1985 | 292 |
| 1986 | 326 |
| 1987 | 299 |
| 1988 | 307 |
| 1989 | 332 |
| 1990 | 314 |
| 1991 | 314 |
| 1992 | 342 |
| 1993 | 323 |
| 1994 | 285 |
| 1995 | 272 |
| 1996 | 222 |
| 1997 | 226 |
| 1998 | 225 |
| 1999 | 228 |
| 2000 | 214 |
| 2001 | 211 |
| 2002 | 187 |
| 2003 | 214 |
| 2004 | 185 |
| 2005 | 165 |
| 2006 | 190 |
| 2007 | 224 |
| 2008 | 210 |
| 2009 | 182 |
| 2010 | 174 |
| 2011 | 172 |
| 2012 | 159 |
| 2013 | 137 |
| 2014 | 136 |
| 2015 | 121 |
| 2016 | 116 |
| 2017 | 110 |
| 2018 | 84 |
| 2019 | 82 |
| 2020 | 88 |
| 2021 | 70 |
| 2022 | 82 |
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2024 | 51 |