How Many People Are Named Lemar?
Complete statistics for the name Lemar: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lemar, a very rare male name, is held by just 1,385 people in the US, making up 1 in 238,265 Americans. Its peak popularity was in 1979 when 55 babies were named Lemar, and today it's seen as a name that's slowly declining but still feels classic.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 22 represents a powerful individual with great potential for success and leadership.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 53All 1,881 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: 1979Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lemar Through the Generations
Lemar has been a name that's seen its best days in the past, peaking in 1979 with 55 births. Over the decades, it's maintained a steady presence, though its usage has gradually decreased. Currently, there are around 1,385 people named Lemar living in the United States, with the majority being middle-aged adults. The age distribution shows a fair spread, with 21% under 30, 45% aged 30-60, and 34% over 60, indicating a name that's been passed down through generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Lemar
Lemar is a given name. Notable people with the name include:Lemar Obika, full name of Lemar, British singer, songwriter and producer Lemar Parrish, American former footballer Lemar Marshall, American footballer…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lemar's Modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Lemar
How Many People Have the Name Lemar?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,038 people in the United States currently share the name Lemar. That works out to roughly 1 in every 319,315 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lemar a Common or Rare Name?
Lemar 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 Lemar Mean?
Lemar means "Modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from Modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lemar in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Lemar Most Popular?
The name Lemar reached peak popularity in 1979, with 55 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly 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 Lemar?
Approximately 1,038 people named Lemar live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,038. That works out to roughly 1 in 319,315 Americans.
Is Lemar a rare name?
Lemar is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 319,315 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lemar mean?
Lemar means "Modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from Modern American coinage origins.
Is Lemar more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Lemar are male and 0% are female.
When was Lemar most popular?
Lemar peaked in 1979 with 55 births that year. Current trend: Slowly 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.