Laquain
A masculine name possibly of uncertain origin, potentially related to French words.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Laquain. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Laquain today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Laquain births was 1988 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Laquain. 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 Laquain. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1988
5 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1988 SSA rank
#7,993
Tracked since 1988
Popularity
Laquain: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Laquain 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 Laquain during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Laquain
The name Laquain has its origins traced back to the ancient Gaelic language, which was spoken by the Celts inhabiting parts of modern-day Ireland, Scotland, and northern France. It is derived from the old Gaelic word "laquin," which meant "brave warrior" or "courageous fighter." This name was commonly given to male children born into Celtic warrior clans during the 5th to 11th centuries AD.
In ancient Celtic mythology, there are references to a legendary figure named Laquain, who was revered as a fearless warrior and protector of his clan. This mythical hero was said to have performed numerous acts of bravery and valor against invading forces, earning him a prominent place in the oral traditions and folklore of the Celtic people.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Laquain can be found in ancient Irish and Scottish genealogical records, dating back to the 7th century AD. One notable bearer of this name was Laquain mac Fergus, a Scottish clan leader who lived in the late 9th century and is mentioned in the Annals of Ulster, a historical chronicle of medieval Ireland.
Throughout history, several individuals have borne the name Laquain, although it has remained a relatively uncommon name. One prominent figure was Laquain O'Brien (1580-1647), an Irish soldier and nobleman who fought in the Confederate Wars of the 1640s and played a significant role in defending Catholic interests during the upheaval.
Another notable bearer of this name was Laquain MacLeod (1712-1789), a Scottish Highlander who participated in the Jacobite Risings of the 18th century, supporting the claim of the House of Stuart to the British throne. He was later exiled to the American colonies after the failed uprising.
In more recent times, Laquain Ewing (1906-1983) was an African American educator and civil rights activist who worked tirelessly to promote educational opportunities for underprivileged children in the southern United States during the mid-20th century.
Despite its ancient Celtic origins, the name Laquain has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, but its meaning of bravery and courage has endured, making it a distinctive and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with a rich cultural heritage.
People
Laquain + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Laquain: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Laquain?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Laquain 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 Laquain a common name?
We classify Laquain 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 Laquain most popular?
The single biggest year for Laquain was 1988, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Laquain is about 37 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 Laquain in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Laquain a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Laquain 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 Laquain still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Laquain 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 Laquain 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 share the name Laquain?
You can see how many people have the name Laquain on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.