Lamar vs Devonte

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

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Devonte

Boy #1,673 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Devon, deep valley warrior"

Origin: Celtic/English via African American

Cultural Roots

African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,673
Total SSA Count: 100
Syllables: 3
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lamar Rank #1,517

Devonte Rank #1,673

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1673 for Devonte.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamar or Devonte more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Devonte at #1673 in the United States.

What do Lamar and Devonte mean?

Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin). Devonte means "from Devon, deep valley warrior" (Celtic/English via African American origin).

Are Lamar and Devonte boy or girl names?

Lamar is primarily a boy name. Devonte is primarily a boy name.

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