Lemarr

English from French

"dweller by a pool"

Lemarr Origin and Meaning

The name Lemarr is a boy's name.

Lemarr appears to be a variant spelling of Lamar, a name with French origins derived from a place name meaning 'the pond' or 'the marsh' (from 'la mare'). The doubled 'r' spelling represents a phonetic variation that became more common in the 20th century. Lamar first gained recognition in the United States partly through association with figures like Mirabeau Lamar, second president of the Republic of Texas. The variant spelling Lemarr maintains the same pronunciation while creating a distinctive visual identity. Usage records show Lemarr appearing less frequently than the standard Lamar spelling. The name exemplifies how surnames that became given names can further evolve through orthographic adaptations. Notable bearers like actor/director Hedy Lamarr (though using the name as a surname) have contributed to its recognition.