Lasean
Primarily a boy's name of Irish origin with 418 recorded births. Also given to 155 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Lasean peaked during the Gen Z era, when 20 babies received this name in a single year (2009). That era was defined by globally influenced, diversity-driven naming, and Lasean has a more concentrated history, reflecting a specific cultural moment rather than a broad generational wave.
Lasean is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Lasean is a boy's and girl's baby name of Irish origin, combining the La- prefix with Sean, the Irish form of John, meaning 'God is gracious.'
The La- prefix, common in African American naming traditions, transforms the familiar Sean into something distinctively modern and culturally expressive. Lasean has a smooth, two-syllable flow and carries both Irish linguistic heritage and African American naming creativity.
EtymologyShow more
Phonetically, Lasean belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their clean, contemporary ending — among the most common endings in modern American names. At two syllables, it has a two-beat rhythm that is easy to call across a room and natural in conversation.
Within the Irish naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Irish names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Lasean’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Lasean has 45+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1970.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 6 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 79 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 111 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 87 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 55 | ▼ |
| 1970s | 80 | — |
The Story of Lasean
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2009, Lasean is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Lasean are most likely born between 1999 and 2019.
How rare is Lasean?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Lasean is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1970, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2000s with 111 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Lasean by the numbers
- Would fill 9 school buses
- Meeting one Lasean per day would take 1.1 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(45 years, 1970–2022)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | #11701 |
| 2019 | 6 | #11578 |
| 2018 | 7 | #10289 |
| 2016 | 5 | #13395 |
| 2015 | 10 | #7816 |
| 2014 | 13 | #6490 |
| 2013 | 6 | #11576 |
| 2012 | 11 | #7342 |
| 2011 | 13 | #6447 |
| 2010 | 8 | #9316 |
| 2009 | 20 | #4855 |
| 2008 | 10 | #8053 |
| 2007 | 10 | #7939 |
| 2006 | 14 | #5974 |
| 2005 | 11 | #6910 |
| 2004 | 14 | #5669 |
| 2003 | 7 | #9238 |
| 2002 | 11 | #6347 |
| 2001 | 9 | #7254 |
| 2000 | 5 | #11447 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Lasean as a Girl's Name
Though more common for boys, Lasean has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 155 births since 1967.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1970–2022