Lay
UnisexLay has been given to 40 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It peaked in 2014.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
40
Peak year
2014 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1918
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
30% girls / 70% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lay — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lay.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lay?
Lay has been given to 40 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lay peak?
Lay peaked in 2014, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Lay a girl or boy name?
Lay is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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