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Shea 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

Shea Rank #1,494
Lamar Rank #1,517

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 vs #1517 for Lamar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shea or Lamar more popular?

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 compared to Lamar at #1517 in the United States.

What do Shea and Lamar mean?

Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Shea and Lamar boy or girl names?

Shea is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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