Lestat Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lestat is a name of French origin, meaning 'the one who is in the place'. It evolved from the Occitan 'Lestac' to its modern form. The name is notably linked to the character Lestat de Lioncourt from Anne Rice's works, contributing to its popularity and association with gothic themes. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lestat"
Pronunciation
/lɛˈstɑː/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Lestat is derived from the Occitan name 'Lestac', which means 'the one who is in the place'.
Meaning
the one who is in the place
Language Evolution
Lestac, Lestat
Historical Usage
The name Lestat gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly due to the character Lestat de Lioncourt from Anne Rice's 'The Vampire Chronicles'.
Variants & Derivatives
Lestac, Lest
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Lestat is often associated with themes of vampirism and gothic literature, reflecting a darkly romantic image.
Famous People
Lestat de Lioncourt (fictional character created by Anne Rice)
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Lestat Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 37 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lestat"
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 "Lestat"
"Lestat" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4265th of 24088 | 329 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6021st of 23106 | 173 |
Regional Popularity of "Lestat" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lestat" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lestat"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lestat" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lestat" in the United States
The name Lestat is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lestat has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lestat' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4265th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6021st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lestat' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.