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Kip vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
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

Kip Rank #1,457
Lamar Rank #1,517

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1517 for Lamar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Lamar more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Lamar at #1517 in the United States.

What do Kip and Lamar mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Kip and Lamar boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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