Lazar
Originating from West African Akan tradition, it refers to the clever and resourceful son of the legendary trickster Anansi; it describes a person who is exceptionally bright, innovative, and possesses a joyful, resilient spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 811 |
| Gender | Male (27% / 73%) |
| Peak year | 2012 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1959 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | African |
| Comeback name | No |
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Notable People
Jamaaladeen Tacuma (Grammy-nominated Jazz Bassist, 'The Showcase') · Tacuma Adams (Notable Actor, 'The Wire') · Tacuma Roeback (Acclaimed Journalist and Author, 'The South Side') · Tacuma Bell (Distinguished Professional Dancer, 'Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater') · Tacuma Robinson (Innovative Visual Artist, 'Modern Expressions Series')
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