Rising since 1985, #2,485 for girls today.
Popularity of Laiken since 1985
Babies named Laiken per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 59 | 0 |
| 1990s | 341 | 0 |
| 2000s | 430 | 89 |
| 2010s | 658 | 253 |
| 2020s | 446 | 191 |
Meaning & origin
Laiken is a modern American name that emerged in the 1980s, with its first recorded use in 1985. It reached its peak popularity in 2020, and as of 2025 it ranks 2485th, with roughly 1 in 22,638 newborns receiving the name. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 1985, reflecting the trend of invented names ending in -en. Laiken is most popular in Minnesota, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, suggesting a regional preference. Though unisex, Laiken is predominantly given to girls, fitting alongside other contemporary names like Mackenzie and Brayden.
Laiken is a modern coinage that first appeared in the United States in the late 20th century. It is likely formed by blending the word "lake" with the fashionable suffix -en, similar to other invented names like Brayden or Kaelen. The name has seen gradual use since the 1980s, with a notable rise in the 2010s.
Where Laiken is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lake, Ken
Sibling names for Laiken
Names that share Laiken's style, for a brother or sister.
