Berg vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Lamar mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Berg and Lamar boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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