Lamarcus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lamarcus is an American English name, likely a modern invention combining elements from the name Marcus. It is associated with strength and leadership. The name has evolved from historical forms like Marcus to its current form. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is perceived as unique and strong. Notable individuals with this name include professional basketball player Lamarcus Aldridge.
The name Lamarcus is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lamarcus has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Lamarcus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1882nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1167th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2110th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3266th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lamarcus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lamarcus"
Pronunciation
/ləˈmɑːrkəs/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Lamarcus is believed to be a modern invented name, possibly derived from a combination of the name 'Marcus' and the prefix 'La-', which may indicate a familial or regional connection.
Meaning
The name Lamarcus does not have a widely recognized meaning but is often associated with strength and leadership due to its connection to the name Marcus.
Language Evolution
Marcus, Lamarcus
Historical Usage
Lamarcus gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Marcus, Lamar, Lamarcus
Modern Popularity & Image
Lamarcus is perceived as a strong and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Lamarcus Aldridge, a professional basketball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lamarcus"
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 of "Lamarcus"
"Lamarcus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1882nd of 10718 | 373 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1167th of 16616 | 1,271 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2110th of 24088 | 929 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3266th of 23106 | 421 |
Regional Popularity of "Lamarcus" by Generation for 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
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28.51% 1003rd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.70% 1684th/3685 |
- |
13.88% 721st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.61% 2319th/4582 |
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17.61% 1288th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
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34.05% 2323rd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Lamarcus" by Generation for 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lamarcus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lamarcus" 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.