"The love"
Origin: French
Language: French
Lamour
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A distinctive 2-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Lamour first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 28 babies have been named Lamour in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lamour is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,035 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #40,035
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- French American African-American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
La
Mour
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lamour
What does the name Lamour mean?
"The love" (from French)
What is the origin of the name Lamour?
Lamour has French, American, and African-American origins. In French, it means "The love".
Is Lamour a boy or girl name?
Lamour is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Lamour?
Lamour is currently ranked #40035 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lamour?
Common nicknames for Lamour include Mour.
What are good middle names for Lamour?
Popular middle name pairings include Lamour Jean, Lamour Louis, Lamour Andre, and Lamour Pierre.
What are good sibling names for Lamour?
Names that pair well with Lamour as siblings include Amour, Desire, Blaise, and Renee.
How many syllables does Lamour have?
Lamour has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Lamour a common or rare name?
Lamour is an uncommon name, ranked #40035 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Lamour?
Are there other spellings for Lamour?
Related spellings include Lamont.
About the Name Lamour
Lamour is a boy name with French, American, and African-American origins . The name means "The love" in French .
Lamour is currently ranked #40,035 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Lamour has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lamour include La and Mour. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lamour include Lamont . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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