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Lamar vs Coby

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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Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lamar Rank #1,517
Coby Rank #1,590

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1590 for Coby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamar or Coby more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Coby at #1590 in the United States.

What do Lamar and Coby mean?

Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin). Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lamar and Coby boy or girl names?

Lamar is primarily a boy name. Coby is primarily a boy name.

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