Lamar Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationluh-MAR / ləˈmɑːrFrench; Arabic
Meaning
French: 'the land'; Arabic: 'the one who is exalted'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lamar has roots in both French and Arabic cultures. In French, it is derived from 'la mer', meaning 'the sea', which can symbolize vastness and depth. In Arabic, it is associated with nobility and exaltation. The name gained popularity in the United States in the 20th century, particularly among African American communities.
Trend Summary
Lamar has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lamarre
International Variants
- Lamar (Arabic)
- Lamar (French)
Famous people named Lamar
Lamar Odom is a former professional basketball player known for his time with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Lamar Jackson is an American football quarterback who plays for the Baltimore Ravens.
Lamar Alexander is an American politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Tennessee.
Lamar Smith is a former U.S. Congressman who represented Texas's 21st congressional district.
Fictional characters named Lamar
Lamar Davis is a character in the video game series Grand Theft Auto, known for his role as a friend of the protagonist.
Lamar is a character in the animated series The Boondocks, often depicted as a humorous and exaggerated version of urban youth.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lamar was first seen in the United States in 1882. Lamar has ranked as high as #604 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Georgia, Pennsylvania, California, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Lamar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lamar (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 13 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1885 | 14 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1898 | 10 |
| 1899 | 12 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 14 |
| 1902 | 15 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 15 |
| 1906 | 17 |
| 1907 | 31 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 20 |
| 1910 | 34 |
| 1911 | 29 |
| 1912 | 52 |
| 1913 | 78 |
| 1914 | 99 |
| 1915 | 125 |
| 1916 | 167 |
| 1917 | 163 |
| 1918 | 161 |
| 1919 | 163 |
| 1920 | 183 |
| 1921 | 179 |
| 1922 | 189 |
| 1923 | 209 |
| 1924 | 234 |
| 1925 | 237 |
| 1926 | 221 |
| 1927 | 224 |
| 1928 | 233 |
| 1929 | 216 |
| 1930 | 228 |
| 1931 | 216 |
| 1932 | 229 |
| 1933 | 244 |
| 1934 | 221 |
| 1935 | 216 |
| 1936 | 198 |
| 1937 | 220 |
| 1938 | 211 |
| 1939 | 210 |
| 1940 | 212 |
| 1941 | 218 |
| 1942 | 225 |
| 1943 | 241 |
| 1944 | 223 |
| 1945 | 198 |
| 1946 | 216 |
| 1947 | 277 |
| 1948 | 284 |
| 1949 | 267 |
| 1950 | 276 |
| 1951 | 283 |
| 1952 | 275 |
| 1953 | 273 |
| 1954 | 291 |
| 1955 | 282 |
| 1956 | 272 |
| 1957 | 279 |
| 1958 | 261 |
| 1959 | 272 |
| 1960 | 267 |
| 1961 | 259 |
| 1962 | 261 |
| 1963 | 224 |
| 1964 | 257 |
| 1965 | 240 |
| 1966 | 220 |
| 1967 | 262 |
| 1968 | 302 |
| 1969 | 314 |
| 1970 | 400 |
| 1971 | 388 |
| 1972 | 424 |
| 1973 | 346 |
| 1974 | 323 |
| 1975 | 322 |
| 1976 | 362 |
| 1977 | 516 |
| 1978 | 483 |
| 1979 | 573 |
| 1980 | 611 |
| 1981 | 586 |
| 1982 | 549 |
| 1983 | 600 |
| 1984 | 548 |
| 1985 | 535 |
| 1986 | 617 |
| 1987 | 613 |
| 1988 | 668 |
| 1989 | 737 |
| 1990 | 689 |
| 1991 | 550 |
| 1992 | 496 |
| 1993 | 405 |
| 1994 | 372 |
| 1995 | 306 |
| 1996 | 296 |
| 1997 | 323 |
| 1998 | 251 |
| 1999 | 256 |
| 2000 | 286 |
| 2001 | 288 |
| 2002 | 242 |
| 2003 | 238 |
| 2004 | 263 |
| 2005 | 303 |
| 2006 | 340 |
| 2007 | 339 |
| 2008 | 308 |
| 2009 | 293 |
| 2010 | 333 |
| 2011 | 314 |
| 2012 | 288 |
| 2013 | 327 |
| 2014 | 268 |
| 2015 | 277 |
| 2016 | 230 |
| 2017 | 234 |
| 2018 | 200 |
| 2019 | 194 |
| 2020 | 182 |
| 2021 | 148 |
| 2022 | 144 |
| 2023 | 135 |
| 2024 | 117 |