Lema

Pronunciation: [ l-EEM-uh ]

Lema is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,374 in the US.

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Girl Name #17,374 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Lema is a girl name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EEM-uh.

Parents who love the name Lema often also consider Luvlee, Gena, Heleni .

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Historical Record

Lema first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.

Over 51 babies have been named Lema in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Lema is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,374 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#17,374
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#17,374
Total SSA Count
8

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lema

Is Lema a boy or girl name?
Lema is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lema?
Lema is pronounced l-EEM-uh.
How popular is the name Lema?
Lema is currently ranked #17374 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Lema a common or rare name?
Lema is an uncommon name, ranked #17374 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Lema?
Lema pairs well with Luvlee, Gena, Heleni, Theora in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Lema?
Related spellings include Lemon.

About the Name Lema

Lema is a girl name .

Lema is currently ranked #17,374 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Lema include Lemon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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