Lakwanzaa
Lakwanzaa is a girl baby name. Ranked #52,698 in the US, popular nicknames include Lak, Lay, and Lakie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lakwanzaa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 5 babies have been named Lakwanzaa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lakwanzaa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #52,698 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #52,698
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Lakwanzaa
Lakwanzaa is a girl name .
Lakwanzaa is currently ranked #52,698 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lakwanzaa include Lak, Lay, Lakie, and Lakwie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis