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Coby vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
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

Coby Rank #1,590
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1590 for Coby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coby or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Coby at #1590 in the United States.

What do Coby and Lamar mean?

Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Coby and Lamar boy or girl names?

Coby is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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