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Lamar vs Radley

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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Radley

Boy #1,584 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Radley (red clearing)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,584
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lamar Rank #1,517
Radley Rank #1,584

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1584 for Radley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamar or Radley more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Radley at #1584 in the United States.

What do Lamar and Radley mean?

Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin). Radley means "from Radley (red clearing)" (Old English origin).

Are Lamar and Radley boy or girl names?

Lamar is primarily a boy name. Radley is primarily a boy name.

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