Holding steady.
Popularity of Ladarious since 1985
Babies named Ladarious per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 200 |
| 2000s | 140 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Ladarious is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1985, reflecting a broader trend of invented names with creative spellings. Its peak year was 1997, though it never cracked the top 1000, indicating niche use. The name has maintained a stable trajectory through 2025, with no associated top states due to very low frequency. Its etymology is uncertain, but it likely follows the pattern of names like Darious, with the La- prefix common in African American naming traditions. This makes it a distinctive choice without deep historical roots.
Ladarious is a modern American coinage, likely formed from the prefix La- combined with the popular suffix -darious, similar to names like Darious. It emerged in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1985, and peaked in usage in 1997. The name does not have roots in any historical language or culture.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lad, Larry, Darious
Variants: Ladaurius, Laderious
Sibling names for Ladarious
Names that share Ladarious's style, for a brother or sister.
