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Sidney vs Lamar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sidney

Boy #1,374 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Saint Denis"

Origin: Anglo-Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,374
Total SSA Count
137
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Sidney Rank #1,374
Lamar Rank #1,517

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 vs #1517 for Lamar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sidney or Lamar more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 compared to Lamar at #1517 in the United States.

What do Sidney and Lamar mean?

Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Sidney and Lamar boy or girl names?

Sidney is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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