Lamia
Lamia is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Shining, radiant, brilliant”.
| Meaning | Shining, radiant, brilliant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | لامعة |
| Pronunciation | LAH-mee-ah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Lamia
Lamia is how Lami'a is usually written in the Latin alphabet. It is the feminine form of an Arabic word that means shining, coming from the verb lama'a, to gleam or glitter. Parents choose it for a daughter they hope will be bright and radiant. North Africa, Egypt and the Levant all use it widely. The Greek mythological figure called Lamia has a similar sound but no connection with the Arabic name.
Is Lamia a Muslim name?
Lamia is an Arabic name meaning shining, and Muslim families use it widely.
How popular is Lamia?
Families in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt and the Levant use it widely.
Gifts with the name Lamia
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Spellings and variants of Lamia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lamia mean?
Lamia means 'Shining, radiant, brilliant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Lamia a Muslim name?
Lamia is an Arabic name meaning shining, and Muslim families use it widely.
How do you pronounce Lamia?
Lamia is pronounced LAH-mee-ah.
Is Lamia a boy or girl name?
Lamia is usually a girl name.