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Arrow vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arrow

Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,674
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Lamar

Boy #1,517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the sea, of the lake"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

African American French American Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,517
Total SSA Count
117
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arrow Rank #1,674
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1674 for Arrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arrow or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Arrow at #1674 in the United States.

What do Arrow and Lamar mean?

Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Arrow and Lamar boy or girl names?

Arrow is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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