Lamarr Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lamarr has French origins, meaning 'marsh' or 'pond.' It evolved from the Old French surname Lamarre through various linguistic forms to its modern iteration. The name is associated with traits of creativity and intelligence, particularly due to the influence of notable individuals like Hedy Lamarr. There is no biblical relevance linked to this name.
The name Lamarr is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest 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, Lamarr has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lamarr' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3806th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2265th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1699th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1214th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1516th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3507th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5713th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13555th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Lamarr' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lamarr"
Pronunciation
/ləˈmɑːr/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Lamarr is derived from the French surname 'Lamarre,' which itself originates from the Old French word 'marre,' meaning 'the marsh' or 'the pond.' It was typically used to denote someone who lived near a body of water.
Meaning
marsh, pond
Language Evolution
Lamarre (Old French), Lamar (Middle French), Lamarr (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the fame of actress Hedy Lamarr, who became a prominent figure in Hollywood and was also an inventor.
Variants & Derivatives
Lamar, Lamarre
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Lamarr is often associated with creativity, intelligence, and innovation, largely due to the legacy of Hedy Lamarr.
Famous People
Hedy Lamarr (actress and inventor), Lamarr Houston (American football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lamarr"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lamarr"
"Lamarr" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3806th of 7545 | 72 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2265th of 6773 | 199 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1699th of 7552 | 405 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1214th of 10718 | 748 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1516th of 16616 | 840 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3507th of 24088 | 437 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5713th of 23106 | 186 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8598th of 9107 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13555th of 19264 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Lamarr" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
44.36% 988th/2227 |
- | - |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
28.36% 833rd/2937 |
28.62% 997th/3483 |
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28.34% 1146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.43% 937th/3685 |
30.86% 1381st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
27.59% 1743rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.46% 2129th/4582 |
- | - |
47.72% 3561st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
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Regional Popularity of "Lamarr" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lamarr"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lamarr" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.