Lamaya
Lamaya is a girl baby name. Ranked #8,408 in the US, popular nicknames include Lam, Lay, and Lamie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lamaya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 701 babies have been named Lamaya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lamaya is past its peak , currently ranked #8,408 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,408
- Total SSA Count
- 13
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Lamaya
Lamaya is a girl name .
Lamaya is currently ranked #8,408 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lamaya include Lam, Lay, Lamie, and Lamaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis