Lamar
Meaning of Lamar
Lamar is a strong and masculine name for boys. It has American English pronunciation, pronounced as luh-MAR (/ləˈmɑr/). The name Lamar also has a variation spelled as Lemar. Over the years, Lamar has remained a popular choice for parents in the United States. In recent years, it has consistently ranked within the top 1500 names for baby boys. Lamar peaked in popularity during the 1990s and early 2000s when it was ranked among the top 500 names. Despite its slight decline in popularity in recent years, Lamar remains a timeless and classic name option for parents seeking a traditional yet unique choice for their son.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as luh-MAR (/ləˈmɑr/)
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Notable People Named Lamar
| Lamar Demeatrice Jackson Jr. is a successful American football quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens, known for his impressive achievements and breaking records in the NFL. |
| Andrew Lamar Alexander Jr. is a prominent American politician and attorney who served as a United States Senator from Tennessee, governor of Tennessee, and United States Secretary of Education. |
| Lamar Joseph Odom is a former professional basketball player who won championships with the Los Angeles Lakers and was named the NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2011. |
| Lamar Hunt was a prominent American businessman known for his contributions to American football, soccer, and tennis in the United States. |
| Lamar Giles is a renowned American author of young adult novels and short stories, best known for his award-winning works such as Fake ID, SPIN, Not So Pure and Simple, and The Legendary Alston Boys series, and is a founding member of the non-profit We Need Diverse Books. |
| Lamar Brandon Stevens is an American professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics of the NBA, known for his college career with the Penn State Nittany Lions. |
| Lamar Morris is a multi-talented British singer, songwriter, and dancer, recognized for his participation in the British series The Hour and as a member of the global pop group Now United, representing the United Kingdom. |
| Mirabeau Lamar Looney was the first female member of the Oklahoma Senate, serving from 1920 to 1928 and remaining the only woman in the Senate until 1975. |
| Lamar Nathaniel Thomas is a former NFL wide receiver and current football coach, known for his successful career at the University of Miami. |
| Lamar Campbell is an American gospel musician known for creating the group Spirit of Praise and releasing several successful albums. |
| Lamar Dodd was an American painter known for his love of the American South reflected in his work. |
| Lamar Q. C. Williams - Lamar Quintus Cincinnatus Williams was an American store owner and Democratic politician who served in the Mississippi Legislature, representing Newton County in the early 20th century. |
| Lamar Joseph Johnson is a goalkeeper for Canvey Island and the Saint Lucia national football team. |
| Lamar Mady is an American football center who currently plays for the Arizona Rattlers in the Indoor Football League and previously played for the Oakland Raiders after a college career at Youngstown State. |
| Lamar Christopher Campbell, also known as Soup, is a former NFL player and current football operations and player engagement liaison for the Seattle Seahawks. |
