Laban
Meaning of Laban
Laban is a male name with Hebrew origins. It is pronounced as LAY-buhn (/leɪˈbɑn/) in English. The name Laben is a variation of Laban. Laban has been given to baby boys in the United States since at least the late 19th century, although its popularity has fluctuated over time. In recent years, it has maintained a moderate level of usage, consistently ranking between 5,000 and 12,000 in terms of occurrences. Despite not being among the most popular names, Laban carries a sense of uniqueness and cultural heritage that may appeal to parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their son.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as LAY-buhn (/leɪˈbɑn/)
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Notable People Named Laban
| Laban Kipngetich Korir is a Kenyan long-distance runner and member of the NN Running Team. |
| Laban Kipkemoi Moiben is a Kenyan long-distance runner with a personal best of 2:09:12.9 hours in marathon races, and he has won several marathons in cities around the world. |
| Professor Laban Ayiro is the Vice Chancellor of Daystar University, a Christian liberal arts university in Nairobi, Kenya. |
| Dr. Laban Lacy Rice was a renowned educator, author, and president of Cumberland University, known for his expertise in relativity. |
| Laban Ainsworth, an American clergyman, holds the record for the longest serving pastorate in American history, having served as pastor in Jaffrey, New Hampshire for 76 years from 1782 to 1858. |
| Laban Chege is a Kenyan athlete known for his expertise in middle and long distance running, with notable achievements including a bronze medal at the IAAF World Half Marathon Championships. |
| Laban Rotich is a retired Kenyan runner known for his specialization in the 1500 meters and his impressive personal best times, including a world's best indoor performance over one mile for men over 35 years. |
