Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Laci is a diminutive form of the Hungarian name László, which originates from the Slavic name Vladislav. The name means 'glorious ruler' and has evolved through historical forms like László. It gained popularity in Hungary in the late 20th century and is viewed positively today. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Notable people with this name include Hungarian singer Laci Keresztury and footballer Laci Göncz.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪsi/
Origin
Hungarian
Etymology
Laci is a diminutive form of the name László, which is derived from the Slavic name Vladislav. It has roots in the Old Slavic elements 'vlad' meaning 'rule' and 'slav' meaning 'glory'.
Meaning
glorious ruler
Language Evolution
László, Laci
Historical Usage
Laci gained popularity in Hungary in the late 20th century as a friendly and informal version of László.
Variants & Derivatives
László, Lászlóné, Laci
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Laci is perceived as a modern and approachable name, often associated with friendliness and charm in Hungarian culture.
Famous People
Laci Keresztury - Hungarian singer, Laci Göncz - Hungarian footballer
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 686 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 44 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2199th of 19264 | 605 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 814th of 27321 | 3,750 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 931st of 35406 | 4,233 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2230th of 30306 | 1,002 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
69.90% 2053rd/2937 |
92.94% 3237th/3483 |
42.87% 1508th/3518 |
56.18% 2272nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
19.86% 732nd/3685 |
47.73% 2136th/4475 |
11.55% 600th/5194 |
18.39% 1162nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.07% 874th/4582 |
22.68% 1171st/5164 |
10.11% 739th/7313 |
18.53% 1383rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.47% 1971st/3984 |
61.47% 2758th/4487 |
30.39% 2073rd/6822 |
66.14% 4151st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Oklahoma across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2199th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 814th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 931st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2230th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.