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Lyman

Lyman: name meaning, origin and popularity

Boy name

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaΙͺ.mΙ™n/

Meaning and origin of Lyman

  • A male given name.

How popular is Lyman?

6U.S. babies in 2025
#271peak rank (1882)
8,559babies since 1880

Since 1880, 8,559 boys in the U.S. have been named Lyman. Its highest rank for boys was #271 in 1882. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Lyman FAQ

What does the name Lyman mean?

A male given name.

How popular is the name Lyman?

Since 1880, 8,559 boys in the U.S. have been named Lyman. Its highest rank for boys was #271 in 1882. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Lyman a boy or girl name?

Lyman is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 8,559 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.