Lamiah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlah-MEE-ah / /lɑːˈmiːə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
the one who is protected (Arabic); a variation of 'Lamia' meaning 'night' (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Lamiah is often associated with beauty and protection, reflecting the significance of names in conveying positive attributes. In Hebrew, the name is linked to 'Lamia,' which has roots in folklore and mythology, often representing night or darkness. Both origins highlight the importance of names in cultural narratives and their connection to identity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Lamia
- Lamiya
International Variants
- Lamia (Arabic)
- Lamia (Hebrew)
Famous people named Lamiah
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Fictional characters named Lamiah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lamiah was first seen in the United States in 1997. Lamiah has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Lamiah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lamiah (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |