Lam
Boy nameLam has been given to 630 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It peaked in 1984.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
630
Peak year
1984 (28 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1977
10-year trend
▼ -37%
Gender split
12% girls / 88% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lam — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lam.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lam?
Lam has been given to 630 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lam peak?
Lam peaked in 1984, when 28 babies were given the name.
Is Lam a girl or boy name?
Lam is primarily a boy name (88% of babies named Lam are boys).
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