Lamarus
A masculine name derived from Latin and Ancient Greek, meaning "one who serves with passion".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Lamarus. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lamarus today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lamarus births was 1992 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lamarus. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lamarus. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1992
5 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
1992 SSA rank
#9,238
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Lamarus: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Lamarus by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lamarus during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Lamarus
The name Lamarus has its origins in the ancient Etruscan civilization that thrived in what is now modern-day Italy. Derived from the Etruscan word "Lamar," which translates to "guardian" or "protector," this name carries a rich historical significance.
The Etruscans were a highly advanced culture known for their art, architecture, and religious practices. Their influence can be seen in many aspects of Roman civilization, which later absorbed and assimilated Etruscan traditions and beliefs.
Lamarus was a popular name among the Etruscan nobility and warrior class, reflecting the importance placed on strength, valor, and the protection of one's family and community. It is believed that the name was first recorded in the 6th century BCE, appearing in various inscriptions and artifacts from that era.
One of the earliest known references to the name Lamarus can be found in the Etruscan "Liber Linteus," an ancient linen book containing religious texts and rituals. This historical document, dating back to the 3rd century BCE, mentions a figure named Lamarus who was revered as a guardian of the sacred rites.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Lamarus. One of the most famous was Lamarus of Clusium, a skilled military commander who led the Etruscan forces against the expanding Roman Republic in the 5th century BCE. His exploits are documented in various historical accounts, including the writings of the Roman historian Livy.
Another prominent figure was Lamarus the Philosopher, an Etruscan scholar who lived in the 2nd century BCE. He is credited with contributing to the development of Etruscan philosophy and is said to have influenced the works of later Roman thinkers.
In the 1st century CE, a wealthy Etruscan merchant named Lamarus is recorded as having established a successful trade network throughout the Mediterranean region, facilitating the exchange of goods and cultural ideas.
During the later years of the Roman Empire, a Christian martyr named Lamarus was honored for his unwavering faith and resistance against persecution. His name is inscribed in the Roman Martyrology, a historical record of martyrs and saints.
While the name Lamarus may have fallen out of widespread use in modern times, its legacy remains deeply rooted in the rich cultural heritage of the Etruscan civilization, serving as a testament to the enduring values of guardianship, protection, and resilience.
People
Lamarus + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lamarus as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lamarus: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lamarus?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lamarus going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Lamarus a common name?
We classify Lamarus as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lamarus most popular?
The single biggest year for Lamarus was 1992, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lamarus is about 33 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lamarus in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lamarus a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lamarus in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Lamarus still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lamarus in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lamarus can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Lamarus?
Find out how many Americans are named Lamarus on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.