Lamont
Meaning of Lamont
The name Lamont is a distinguished male name of Old Norse origin, meaning "law man" or "man of law." Pronounced as luh-MONT (/ləˈmɒnt/), it carries an air of authority and respect. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in the United States over the years, peaking significantly in the mid-20th century. While its usage has declined since then, it remains a classic choice for parents seeking a strong and timeless name for their son. A notable variation of the name is Lamonte, which offers a slight twist on the traditional form. Lamont evokes images of leadership and justice, making it an excellent choice for those who value these attributes.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as luh-MONT (/ləˈmɒnt/)
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Notable People Named Lamont
| Lamont Peterson is a retired American professional boxer who held world championships in two weight classes during his career. |
| Lamont Roach Jr. is an American professional boxer and the current WBA super featherweight titleholder. |
| Lamont Herbert Dozier was a prolific American singer, songwriter, and record producer known for co-writing and producing numerous chart-topping hits. |
| Allen Lamont Smith is a former college basketball coach who resigned from UTEP after being accused of accepting a bribe in the 2019 college admissions bribery scandal. |
| Lamont Green is a former American football linebacker who played for the Atlanta Falcons and NFL Europe's Berlin Thunder, known for his college career at Florida State University. |
| Lamont Bentley was an American actor and rapper known for his roles in the sitcoms Moesha and The Parkers, as well as in films like Tales from the Hood and The Wash. |
| Lamont Darnell Thompson is a former NFL safety who played for the Cincinnati Bengals, Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins, and Jacksonville Jaguars after a college football career at Washington State. |
| Lamont Young - Lamont H. Young was an Australian assistant geological surveyor who mysteriously disappeared while on field-work at Bermagui, New South Wales. |
| Lamont Young (1851-1929) was a British architect and urban planner known for his notable buildings in Naples, Italy, founding the Automobile Club d'Napoli, and his ambitious urban plan, The Venice District. |
| Lamont Bagby is a Democratic politician serving as the Chair of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus and representing the 74th district in the Virginia House of Delegates. |
| Major General (Robert) Lamont Kirkland, CBE is a former senior British Army officer and the full-time CEO of Team Army. |
| Lamont Paris is the current head coach for the South Carolina Gamecocks and a prominent American college basketball coach. |
| Lamont Eugene Brightful is a former American football player known for his time at Eastern Washington University and Mariner High School in Everett, Washington. |
| Lamont Washington was a multi-talented American performer known for his work in theater, including his role as Hud in the original Broadway cast of Hair. |
| Eugene Lamont Johnson, also known as E Lamont Johnson, is a renowned American musician and the lead singer of "This Must Be Heaven" and electric fretless bassist of the R&B band Brainstorm. |
