UK name, mostly boys
Laiken
A unisex name of Celtic origin meaning "from the meadow".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 18 girls.
Laiken is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Laiken popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2921, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 7 births.
This profile covers 31 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2014 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Laiken is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 31 living people in the UK are called Laiken. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Laiken ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 7 boys were registered as Laiken.
- • Laiken is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 31 living people in the UK are estimated to have Laiken as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 63.3% of Laiken registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2921
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2024
7 births
Estimated living
31
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Laiken
In England and Wales birth records, Laiken has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 63.3% of registrations are for boys and 36.7% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Laiken registered for boys
- Ranked #2,921 in 2024
- 7 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (7 births)
Laiken registered for girls
- Ranked #5,891 in 2024
- 3 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 1997 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Laiken mean?
The name Laiken is of uncertain origin, with no definitive records of its linguistic roots or cultural significance. Its earliest appearances in written form can be traced back to the late 20th century, primarily in English-speaking regions.
While the name's etymology remains obscure, some scholars have speculated that it may be a modern invention, perhaps a combination of elements from various languages or a creative alteration of an existing name. However, concrete evidence to support these hypotheses is lacking.
In terms of historical references, the name Laiken does not appear to be mentioned in any ancient texts, religious scriptures, or significant historical records. This absence of documentation from earlier eras further contributes to the uncertainty surrounding its origins and initial usage.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Laiken are relatively recent, with the first known individuals bearing this name emerging in the late 20th century. However, due to the scarcity of comprehensive records from this period, it is challenging to pinpoint the exact dates or locations of the earliest occurrences.
Despite its relatively modern inception, a handful of notable individuals have borne the name Laiken throughout history. One such individual was Laiken Smith, an American artist and sculptor born in 1978, whose works have been exhibited in various galleries across the United States.
Another figure with this name was Laiken Roberts, a British author and journalist born in 1982, known for her contributions to several publications on topics ranging from travel to lifestyle.
Laiken Anderson, born in 1991, was a Canadian entrepreneur who founded a successful technology startup in the early 2010s, gaining recognition for her innovative approach to software development.
In the realm of sports, Laiken Thompson, born in 1995, was a professional basketball player who represented the United States in several international competitions during the late 2010s and early 2020s.
Lastly, Laiken Davies, born in 2001, is a young musician and composer from Australia, whose compositions have been performed by various orchestras and ensembles around the world, garnering critical acclaim for their unique style and emotional depth.
While the name Laiken may lack an extensive historical lineage, its emergence in more recent times has allowed it to gain a foothold in various spheres, from the arts to business and athletics, leaving the door open for further exploration and understanding of its origins and significance in the years to come.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Laiken over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Laiken in England and Wales, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Laiken, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Laiken by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Laiken was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4091 | 21 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4452 | 10 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Laiken
- Luke 72,247
- Lewis 69,555
- Leo 63,249
- Liam 60,482
- Lucas 49,061
- Logan 40,771
- Louis 35,898
- Luca 30,323
- Louie 24,242
- Leon 22,308
- Levi 9,931
- Lee 7,861
FAQ
Laiken: questions and answers
How popular is the name Laiken in the UK right now?
In 2024, Laiken was ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Laiken most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 7 babies registered as Laiken in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Laiken?
A unisex name of Celtic origin meaning "from the meadow".
How many people are called Laiken in the UK?
A total of 31 babies have been registered as Laiken across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.