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Summary

Lamar originated from the Old French word meaning 'the sea' and evolved through various forms in the French language. It is primarily known as a given name in modern times, particularly in the United States, where it gained traction in the 20th century. The name carries connotations of depth and fluidity, with no significant biblical relevance.

The name Lamar is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lamar has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lamar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 444th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 391st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 457th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 408th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 393rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 700th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1032nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4146th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4402nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3906th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4641st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9021st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8991st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4116th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lamar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.