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Glenn vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
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

Glenn Rank #1,366
Lamar Rank #1,517

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1517 for Lamar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Lamar more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Lamar at #1517 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Lamar mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Glenn and Lamar boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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