Jessiah vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Jessiah Rank #1,649
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1649 for Jessiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jessiah or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Jessiah at #1649 in the United States.

What do Jessiah and Lamar mean?

Jessiah means "God heals" (Hebrew origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Jessiah and Lamar boy or girl names?

Jessiah is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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