Layke is of American origin, derived from the English word 'lake'. It gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century. The name Layke is often associated with calmness and tranquility, much like its watery namesake. It consists of three letters: L, A, Y, K, which together form a unique and distinct sound. As of now, Layke is not among the most common names globally, making it somewhat rare yet appealing for parents seeking an unusual name for their child.
The name Layke experienced a notable surge in popularity between 2019 and 2022, with a significant increase from 7 births in 2018 to 21 births in 2019, followed by a further rise to 29 births in 2020. However, the number of births named Layke has since decreased, with 26 births in 2021 and 16 births in 2022, before dropping to 11 births in 2023. Overall, there were a total of 150 births named Layke between 1998 and 2023, with the most recent years accounting for the majority of those occurrences.