Lamar

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Lamar Pronunciation

Lamar is pronounced lə-MAR /ləˈmɑr/High

Meaning: From the French surname Lamar — from la mare, 'the pool; of the sea'; more often a boy's name; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: Of the sea; the pool: Lamar is a French surname — 'the pool'. Crisp, modern, and warm. More often a boy's name; here for girls.

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Origin LowFrench

MeaningFrom the French surname Lamar — from la mare, 'the pool; of the sea'; more often a boy's name; here for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#6510 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,265

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Lamar comes from the French surname Lamar — from la mare, 'the pool; of the sea' (originally for someone who lived by a pool or marsh). It is more often a boy's name, used here for girls (slug distinguished, which we flag honestly; nickname Mar).

It registers thinly for girls in the U.S. Rare for girls, of-the-sea-and-the-pool at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Lamar comes from the French la mare, 'the pool; of the sea' — a crisp, modern surname-name, more often given to boys but used here for girls (we flag the lean; said 'lə-MAR').

Overall data confidence 45%

References — Lamar — surname etymology

Variations

LamarrLemar

Nicknames

Mar

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Lamar?

Lamar is pronounced lə-MAR (/ləˈmɑr/). Press play above to hear Lamar said aloud.

How do you say Lamar?

Lamar is said lə-MAR (/ləˈmɑr/). Press play above to hear Lamar said aloud.

What does the name Lamar mean?

Lamar is a French surname — 'the pool; of the sea'. It is more often a boy's name, which we flag.

Is Lamar a boy or girl name?

Lamar is more often a boy's name; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Lamar?

Lamar is a rare name for girls in the U.S.