Lake
Lake is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Body of water; lake.
Origin and history
Lake is an English nature name derived from the Old English word 'lacu' or the Latin 'lacus', denoting a body of standing water. Originally used as a topographic surname for someone living near a lake, it has transitioned into a modern unisex given name. In the United States, it has seen a steady rise in usage as a modern nature-inspired option.
Popularity in the United States
2,987 babies in the United States have been named Lake since 1880. It ranks #2366 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1406.
States where it is most popular
- TX (20.8 %)
- CA (17.9 %)
- MO (9.5 %)
- OH (8.4 %)
- TN (8.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 111 |
| 1920-1930 | 149 |
| 1930-1940 | 91 |
| 1940-1950 | 72 |
| 1950-1960 | 60 |
| 1960-1970 | 38 |
| 1970-1980 | 64 |
| 1980-1990 | 96 |
| 1990-2000 | 509 |
| 2000-2010 | 629 |
| 2010-2019 | 620 |
| 2020-2029 | 532 |
Famous people named Lake
- Lake Bell: Actress, Director
Fun facts
- Lake originally served as an English surname identifying individuals residing near a body of water.
- The name has gained popularity alongside other single-syllable water-themed names like River and Brooks.