Lake or body of water
Laken is a modern American name derived from the English word 'lake', referring to a body of water. It likely emerged as a stylistic variation of names like Lake or Larkin, influenced by the 'en' suffix trend. It evokes a sense of nature and tranquility.
About 256 girls were named Laken in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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