Lamin
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Lamin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 262 babies have been named Lamin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lamin is past its peak , currently ranked #7,309 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,309
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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About the Name Lamin
Lamin is a boy name .
Lamin is currently ranked #7,309 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lamin include Lam, Lay, Laie, and Lamkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lamin include Lamir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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