Lamia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAH-mee-uh / ˈlɑːmiəArabic; Greek
Meaning
Arabic: 'night creature'; Greek: 'she who is cursed'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic folklore, Lamia is often depicted as a female demon or a night creature that preys on children. In Greek mythology, Lamia was a queen of Libya who became a monster after losing her children. The name has been used in various literary works, symbolizing themes of loss and transformation. It has also appeared in modern culture, often associated with dark or mysterious characters.
Trend Summary
The name Lamia has seen limited popularity in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lamia
- Lameah
International Variants
- Lamia (Arabic); Lamia (Greek)
Famous people named Lamia
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Fictional characters named Lamia
Lamia is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy' series, often depicted as a seductive and dangerous figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lamia was first seen in the United States in 1968. Lamia has ranked as high as #1292 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Georgia, Illinois, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Lamia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lamia (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 45 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 45 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 45 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 48 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 44 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 16 |