Lamar vs Elvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lamar

Boy #1,517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the sea, of the lake"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #1,508 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Lamar Rank #1,517

Elvin Rank #1,508

Elvin is more popular, ranked #1508 vs #1517 for Lamar.

Is Lamar or Elvin more popular?

Elvin is more popular, ranked #1508 compared to Lamar at #1517 in the United States.

What do Lamar and Elvin mean?

Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin). Elvin means "elf friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Lamar and Elvin boy or girl names?

Lamar is primarily a boy name. Elvin is primarily a boy name.