Lamia
Pronunciation: [ l-AYM-ee-uh ]
Lamia is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,320 in the US, popular nicknames include Lam, Lay, and Lamie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
How Does It Sound with Your Surname?
Similar to Lamia
See all →What the Lamia report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Lamia the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Historical Record
Lamia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 1,378 babies have been named Lamia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lamia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,320 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,320
- Total SSA Count
- 16
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Lamia fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Lamia →Compare Lamia with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Lamia and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Lamia sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Germanic (ehr) origin
"honor"
#7,361 in US
Latin origin
"rib, side of land"
#7,435 in US
Hebrew origin
"my God is an oath"
#7,261 in US
Hebrew via Jason origin
"God is salvation"
#7,307 in US
Old French origin
"crow, raven-haired"
#7,254 in US
American English origin
"spirited, dashing, energetic"
#7,425 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Lamia's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lamia
Is Lamia a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Lamia?
How popular is the name Lamia?
What are common nicknames for Lamia?
Is Lamia a common or rare name?
About the Name Lamia
Lamia is a girl name .
Lamia is currently ranked #7,320 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lamia include Lam, Lay, and Lamie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis