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Jonathon 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

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Popularity Comparison

Jonathon Rank #1,547
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1547 for Jonathon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathon or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Jonathon at #1547 in the United States.

What do Jonathon and Lamar mean?

Jonathon means "God has given, gift of God" (Hebrew (Yonatan: YHWH + natan) origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Jonathon and Lamar boy or girl names?

Jonathon is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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