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Navy vs Lamar

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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Popularity Comparison

Navy Rank #1,709
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1709 for Navy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Navy or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Navy at #1709 in the United States.

What do Navy and Lamar mean?

Navy means "fleet of ships" (Latin origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Navy and Lamar boy or girl names?

Navy is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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