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Todd 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

Todd Rank #1,598
Lamar Rank #1,517

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #1598 for Todd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Todd or Lamar more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Todd at #1598 in the United States.

What do Todd and Lamar mean?

Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin). Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin).

Are Todd and Lamar boy or girl names?

Todd is primarily a boy name. Lamar is primarily a boy name.

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