Will my child share the name Lemar with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Lemar per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Lemar in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Lemar becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Lemar is rising: up 333 places since 2020, to #4,275 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #461 in 2003.

Is Lemar a good choice for a distinctive name?

Lemar is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Lemar a popular baby name in the United States?

Lemar does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Lemar is a distinctive choice, ranked #4275 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Lemar in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Lemar

Lemar has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 757 places in five years. It was most popular in 2003 at #461 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Lemar is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Lemar in their class.