2022 Names Used NEARLY EQUAL for M and F
- Layke
Origin:
Spelling variation of Lake, nature nameDescription:
Layke is one of the names of the Waldrop sextuplets: Layke Bryars. Though this Layke happens to be a boy, the nature name works equally well for girls.
- Layne
Origin:
Spelling variation of LaneDescription:
As surname Lane becomes more popular, so too does this variant. Regardless, it does create the possibility for spelling confusion.
- Lexington
Origin:
English place nameDescription:
Lexington is trending as a unisex name, used just about evenly for the genders. For Americans, it's got a patriotic feel, given the importance of Lexington, Massachusetts in the Revolutionary War. Lexington, Kentucky, in horse country, is another well-known city with the name. Short form Lex is user friendly.
- Linden
Origin:
Variation of LyndonMeaning:
"linden tree hill"Description:
The graceful, natural image of the verdant shade tree transcends any connection with President Johnson.
- Loren
Origin:
English spelling variation of Lauren, LatinMeaning:
"from Laurentum or bay laurel"Description:
The spelling Loren turns Lauren or its male form Laurence into a gender-neutral name. Last year 75 baby girls were named Loren in the US vs. 60 baby boys, making this name a good nonbinary choice.
- Lou
Origin:
Diminutive of Louis or Lewis, French and GermanMeaning:
"renowned warrior"Description:
Lou, all by itself, is become fashionable for girls, which usually makes a name LESS fashionable for boys. But Lou, like Bill or Jim, is rarely used on its own for boys anyway. (You wouldn't name a boy Frederick Lou the way that girls are named Mary Lou or, in the case of Keri Russell's new baby, Willa Lou.) Long form Louis is getting cool again and, with the Lewis spelling, is the Number 2 name in Scotland.
- Lowen
Origin:
CornishMeaning:
"joy"Description:
Though it still swims out of sight below the Top 1000, Lowen jumped more than a thousand places in rank for girls between 2022 and 2023, a mark of a name destined for far greater popularity. Nearly a hundred baby girls were named Lowen in the US last year.
- Lynnex
Description:
Lynnex is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative invention, possibly combining the popular name Lynn with a distinctive ending. With no clear historical origins, Lynnex represents the contemporary trend of creating unique-sounding names by modifying traditional ones or adding fashionable suffixes like '-ex.' Lynn itself derives from the Welsh word for 'lake' or could be a shortened form of names like Linda or Lynette. The addition of the 'ex' ending gives this name a contemporary, somewhat edgy quality. Lynnex has a crisp, modern sound with its two syllables and strong ending consonant. Extremely rare in usage, this name would stand out on any playground. Parents might choose Lynnex seeking individuality for their daughter while maintaining a subtle connection to more traditional naming conventions.
- Lyrik
Description:
Lyrik is a feminine name derived from the word 'lyric,' referring to the lyrics of a song or lyrical poetry. This modern word-name emerged from the trend of using artistic and musical terms as given names. Carrying the graceful, flowing qualities associated with lyrical expression, the name suggests creativity, emotion, and artistic sensitivity. The unique spelling with a 'k' instead of a 'c' adds distinctiveness while maintaining the pronunciation. Lyrik has gained modest popularity since the early 2000s, particularly among parents drawn to names that express creative values. As a contemporary choice, it follows the pattern of musical names like Melody and Harmony while offering a more uncommon alternative.
- Lamani
- Leelyn
- Lenix
- Lennix
- Lennyx
- Leny
- Llewellyn
- Lunar
- Luxe
- Lyfe
- Maguire
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"son of the beige one"Description:
Although Maguire is such a prominent Irish surname —it ranks in the Top 40 in the Emerald Isle —this lively and cheerful family name has rarely been used as a first, unlike more familiar examples like Ryan, Riley and Reagan. The powerful and distinguished Maguire clan was known for their courage, leadership and resilience. The name's many notable associations include the unionizing Pennsylvania coal miners known as the Molly Maguires, actor Tobey Maguire and Dixie Chick Martie Maguire. Other spellings are McGuire and McGwire; two other handsome Irish surnames to consider are Malone and Magee.