Lama

Pronunciation: [ l-AHM-uh ]

Lama is a girl baby name. Ranked #11,202 in the US.

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Girl Name #11,202 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Lama is a girl name, recorded for 10 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-AHM-uh.

Parents who love the name Lama often also consider Jalila, Kailan, Ciera .

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Historical Record

Lama first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.

Over 507 babies have been named Lama in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Lama is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,202 for girl names in the US .

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#11,202
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#11,202
Total SSA Count
10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lama

Is Lama a boy or girl name?
Lama is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lama?
Lama is pronounced l-AHM-uh.
How popular is the name Lama?
Lama is currently ranked #11202 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Lama a common or rare name?
Lama is an uncommon name, ranked #11202 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Lama?
Lama pairs well with Jalila, Kailan, Ciera, Larah in style and sound.

About the Name Lama

Lama is a girl name .

Lama is currently ranked #11,202 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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