How Many People Are Named Lamar?
Complete statistics for the name Lamar: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lamar, a very rare male name, is held by just 26,088 people in the US, making up 1 in 12,649 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1989 with 748 births, showing a steady decline since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 represents humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 53All 35,111 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1989Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lamar Through the Generations
Lamar has seen its peaks and valleys through the generations, with its highest birth year being 1989 when 748 babies were given this name. Today, the name is held by approximately 26,088 individuals in the United States, with a notable age distribution: 22% under 30, 42% aged 30-60, and 36% over 60. This spread suggests a balanced presence across different age groups, indicating a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Lamar
Lamar or Lamarr is a given name. Notable people with the name include:Lamar Alexander, an American politician Lamar Alford (1944–1991), an American actor and singer LaMar Baker (1915–2003), American politician and businessman Lamar Campbell (disambiguation) Lamar Chapman, American former National Football League player Lamar Davis (1921–2014), American National Football League player Lamar Dodd (1909–1996), American painter Lamar Fisher, mayor of Pompano Beach, Florida, elected in 2007 Lamar Fontaine (1829–1921), American military veteran, surveyor, poet and author Lamar Holmes, American Natio…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lamar's American roots
📄 About the Name Lamar
How Many People Have the Name Lamar?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 11,113 people in the United States currently share the name Lamar. That works out to roughly 1 in every 29,825 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Lamar a Common or Rare Name?
Lamar is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Lamar Mean?
Lamar means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lamar in SSA data, approximately 96% are male and 4% are female.
When Was Lamar Most Popular?
The name Lamar reached peak popularity in 1989, with 748 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Lamar?
Approximately 11,113 people named Lamar live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 11,113. That works out to roughly 1 in 29,825 Americans.
Is Lamar a rare name?
Lamar is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 29,825 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lamar mean?
Lamar means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins.
Is Lamar more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 96% of people named Lamar are male and 4% are female.
When was Lamar most popular?
Lamar peaked in 1989 with 748 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.