Feminine dossier · first seen 1983
Lakota
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1997
Peak births
80
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Z
Quick answers about Lakota
How many people are named Lakota?
An estimated 1,663 living Americans are named Lakota.
How rare is Lakota?
Lakota is very rare among babies today, with 41 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 48.8% from its 1997 peak.
How old is the typical Lakota?
The median age of a living American named Lakota is approximately 20 years, with most bearers falling between 12 and 28 years old.
Is Lakota still popular?
Yes. Lakota is holding steady, with 41 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1983Peak 19972025
Peak year
1997
Decline from peak
48.8%
2025
41
All-time
1,689