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Lamar vs Davon

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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Davon

Boy #1,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved (David) + valley (Devon)"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,567
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lamar Rank #1,517
Davon Rank #1,567

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1567 for Davon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamar or Davon more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Davon at #1567 in the United States.

What do Lamar and Davon mean?

Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin). Davon means "beloved (David) + valley (Devon)" (American English origin).

Are Lamar and Davon boy or girl names?

Lamar is primarily a boy name. Davon is primarily a boy name.

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