Lamar Name Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity

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Lamar is a name of multiple origins, typically given to boys, but in some cultures, it could also be used for girls. The name was widely known as a surname in olden times until the 20th century. The surname Lamar was often linked to individuals dwelling near a pool of water, such as a pond or a sea.

However, it gradually became a first name mainly used in African and American countries. The origin of Lamar is rooted in old French and Norman languages, specifically from the French phrase ‘la mare,’ the meaning of which comes to ‘the pool,’ ‘the sea, ’or ‘the pond.’ Thus, the meaning of Lamar is ‘of the sea.’ In Arabic, the name could also mean ‘liquid gold.’

The name is phonetically spelled as ‘La-mar,’ or la-MAR, and is pronounced as ‘lə-MAHR’ in English. However, its other pronunciations include ‘luh -MAAR’ and ‘l-ae-m-AE-r.’

Lamar was supposedly found as a given name in the US by the 19th century or late 1800s. However, its usage was most reported in the 1980s in the US; also, it was popular in countries such as England, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Germany, Jamaica, and the Netherlands.

Some spelling variations of the name include Lemar, Lamarre, Lamarr, Lemarr, Lumar, Limar, and Lammar.

Numerous locations, particularly in the US, bear this name, including villages, towns, cities, and countries. In addition, Lamar is also the name of a 64 km long river in Wyoming state of the US. Furthermore, many educational institutions are also named Lamar in the US, to name a few, Lamar University and Lamar Middle School in Texas state.

In fiction, Lamar Latrelle is a character in the American 1984 movie ‘Revenge of the Nerds.’ Also, Lamar Davis is a Grand Theft Auto V video game character that won the Best New Character award from the American video game website Giant Bomb.

Overall, Lamar could be a traditional yet contemporary choice for parents searching for a unique yet meaningful name.

Lamar

Meaning Of the sea; Liquid gold

Gender Boy

Origin African American, Arabic, English

Lucky Number 9

Syllables Two

Length 1 word, 5 letters, 2 vowels, 3 consonants

Type Short and easy to pronounce

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How To Pronounce Lamar?

Pronounced as lah-maw

The way you pronounce a name can make all the difference.

Listen to the sound of the name Lamar in English.

Notable People Named Lamar

This section covers people who have made the name Lamar famous with their contributions in various fields. It indeed is a little more inspiration for you to choose the name for your baby, don’t you think?

Lamar AlexanderAmerican politician
Lamar JacksonAmerican football quarterback
Lamar OdomProfessional basketball player
Lamar SmithAmerican politician
Lamar HuntAmerican sportsman and promoter of American football, soccer, basketball, tennis, and ice hockey in the United States. He was the principal founder of the American Football League (AFL), and Major League Soccer (MLS), as well as MLS's predecessor, the North American Soccer League (NASL).
Kendrick LamarAmerican rapper, songwriter, and record producer
Lamar Joseph OdomAmerican former basketball player and member of the United States national team that won Olympic bronze (2004)
Lamar Seeligson SmithAmerican politician and former head of the United States House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
Lamar JohnsonCanadian actor, known for his performances in films 'The Hate U Give' and 'All the Bright Places'

Lamar In Fancy Fonts

Visualize your little one’s name in different captivating fonts. You can use these fancy styles on birth announcement cards, nursery decorations, personalized gifts, to name a few. Select the perfect font from these options for a touch of personalization.

Double Struck Font

𝕃 𝕒 𝕞 𝕒 𝕣
Bold Script Font

𝓛 𝓪 𝓶 𝓪 𝓻
Fancy Style 35 Font

ﾚ α m α r
Fancy Style 7 Font

Ł Δ Μ Δ Ř
Love Font

L♥ a♥ m♥ a♥ r♥
Black Square Font

🅻 🅰 🅼 🅰 🆁
Hand Writing 2 Font

L α ɱ α ɾ
X Above Bellow Font

L͓̽ a͓̽ m͓̽ a͓̽ r͓̽

Adorable ‘Lamar’ Wallpapers To Share

Liked our fancy fonts for Lamar? Why not go a step forward with these beautiful posters? They are perfect to download and use as display pictures or social media posts! You may also use them as part of decorating your child’s room. These personalized wallpapers celebrate the positive vibes of the name, offering a unique way to show how much this name means to you. What’s more! You have multiple options here to choose depending on your mood or occasion.

Lamar 3D Wallpaper

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Lamar Birthday Wallpaper

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‘I Love Lamar’ Wallpaper

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Stylish Lamar Wallpaper

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Lamar Name Initial Wallpaper

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References

MomJunction's articles are written after analyzing the research works of expert authors and institutions. Our references consist of resources established by authorities in their respective fields. You can learn more about the authenticity of the information we present in our editorial policy.

Astrology, Hermes (2023); Astrology for Beginners.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/370635414_Astrology_for_Beginners
Shirley Lawrence; The Secret Science of Numerology: The Hidden Meaning of Numbers and Letters.
https://www.academia.edu/97492675/The_Secret_Science_of_Numerology_The_Hidden_Meaning_of_Numbers_and_Letters_Shirley_Lawrence&nav_from=a3c5c3fd-555f-4584-b66d-4a3c8023402e&rw_pos=0
Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia; “zodiac”; Encyclopedia Britannica.
https://www.britannica.com/topic/zodiac
P.V.R. Narasimha Rao; Vedic Astrology: An Integrated Approach.
https://www.vedicastrologer.org/articles/vedic_astro_textbook.pdf
Paulo Martins; A Concise History of Hindu Astrology and Indian Spirituality; Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
https://www.saspublishers.com/media/articles/SJAHSS_112_33-36_FT_MAEgJAB.pdf
International Phonetic Association.
https://www.internationalphoneticassociation.org/
Adam Szczegielniak; Phonetics: The Sounds of Language; Harvard University.
https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/adam/files/phonetics.ppt.pdf
Lalita K. Wani et al; Review of Scientific Analysis Of Sacred Sound OM (AUM); Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), Novermber 2020.
https://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2011207.pdf

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Phonemic Representation Of Lamar

Phonemics is the study of a language’s distinctive sound units (phonemes), as standardized by the International Phonetics Association. When choosing a name for your baby, knowing its phonemic pronunciation gives an idea about the name’s sound pattern and auditory appeal. You can assess the name’s ease of pronunciation, memorability, and softness. Here is the phonemic transcription of Lamar in American and British accents.

In American English: /ləˈmɑr/
In British English: /ləˈmɑː/

Pronunciation of names, in fact, any spoken word, involves the participation of various parts of the mouth, vocal cord, nose, and lungs. Underneath all the sounds we make is the airstream flowing from the lungs and moving up to the mouth. It’s incredible how lips, tongue, teeth, alveolar ridge, palate, glottis, and larynx work harmoniously to bring out the words. Studies have proved that positive sounds like OM (AUM) help maintain hormonal balance and mental health and reduce stress and anxiety. So, what parts does Lamar trigger? Find the details here; the sound of Lamar might bring in more positive vibes into your life!

Phoneme	Articulation
/l/	Raising the tongue tip while keeping the rest of the tongue down. Causes some obstruction of the airstream in the mouth
/ə/	Tongue mid. Airflow is continuous
/m/	Bringing both lips together. Airflow stops for a fraction of a second
/ɑ/	Tongue low back, open mouth. Airflow is continuous
/r/	Curling back the tip of the tongue behind the alveolar ridge. Causes some obstruction of the airstream in the mouth

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