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Davon vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Davon

Boy #1,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved (David) + valley (Devon)"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,567
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Davon Rank #1,567
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1567 for Davon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davon or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Davon at #1567 in the United States.

What do Davon and Lamar mean?

Davon means "beloved (David) + valley (Devon)" (American English origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Davon and Lamar boy or girl names?

Davon is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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