Lama
Lama is a Muslim girl name meaning “Darkness of the lips, a mark of beauty”.
| Meaning | Darkness of the lips, a mark of beauty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | لمى |
| Pronunciation | LAH-mah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Lama
Lama (Lamā) is a classical Arabic word for a deep, dark colour of the lips, which old poets praised as a sign of beauty. As a name it has a soft, elegant sound and is popular in Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Syria and Jordan. It is unrelated to the Tibetan word 'lama'.
Is Lama a Muslim name?
Yes. Lama is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in the Gulf and the Levant.
Where is the name Lama used?
Common in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Syria and Jordan.
Gifts with the name Lama
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Spellings and variants of Lama
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lama mean?
Lama means 'Darkness of the lips, a mark of beauty'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Lama a Muslim name?
Yes. Lama is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in the Gulf and the Levant.
How do you write Lama in Arabic?
Lama is written لمى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Lama?
Lama is pronounced LAH-mah.