How Many People Are Named Lamonte?
Complete statistics for the name Lamonte: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lamonte, a very rare male name, is held by just 1 in 113,381 Americans today, making it truly unique among names. With around 2,911 people named Lamonte living in the US, its peak popularity was in 1971 when 91 babies were given this name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 8 symbolizes power, ambition, and leadership.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 45All 3,402 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: 1971Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lamonte Through the Generations
Lamonte has seen a steady decline since its peak in 1971, reflecting a shift away from names that were popular in the mid-20th century. Today, the name is predominantly carried by individuals in their 40s and 50s, with nearly half of those named Lamonte falling within the 30-60 age bracket. This distribution suggests a generation gap, where fewer younger parents are choosing Lamonte for their children, yet it remains a name with a strong legacy among older adults.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lamonte's American roots
📄 About the Name Lamonte
How Many People Have the Name Lamonte?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,084 people in the United States currently share the name Lamonte. That works out to roughly 1 in every 305,765 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lamonte a Common or Rare Name?
Lamonte is classified as Very 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 Lamonte Mean?
Lamonte means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lamonte in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Lamonte Most Popular?
The name Lamonte reached peak popularity in 1971, with 91 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 Lamonte?
Approximately 1,084 people named Lamonte live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,084. That works out to roughly 1 in 305,765 Americans.
Is Lamonte a rare name?
Lamonte is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 305,765 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lamonte mean?
Lamonte means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins.
Is Lamonte more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Lamonte are male and 0% are female.
When was Lamonte most popular?
Lamonte peaked in 1971 with 91 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.