Lama Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAH-mah / ˈlɑː.məArabic; Tibetan
Meaning
Arabic: 'the one who is gentle'; Tibetan: 'a type of animal'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, the name Lama is often associated with gentleness and grace. In Tibetan culture, it refers to a type of animal, specifically the llama, which is significant in their pastoral lifestyle. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its pleasant sound and positive connotations. It is also used in some regions as a term of endearment.
Trend Summary
The name Lama has seen a steady but modest presence in various cultures, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lama
- Lamma
International Variants
- Lama (Arabic)
- Lama (Tibetan)
Famous people named Lama
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Fictional characters named Lama
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lama was first seen in the United States in 1978. Lama has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Lama has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lama (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 10 |