Lami
Lami is a Muslim girl name meaning “Born on Thursday”.
| Meaning | Born on Thursday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa, from Arabic al-khamīs (Thursday) |
| Pronunciation | LAH-mee |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Lami
Lami is a Hausa day name for a girl born on Thursday. It comes from Alhamis, the Hausa word for Thursday, borrowed from Arabic al-khamīs, 'the fifth (day)'. It sits alongside Ladi, Talatu, Larai, Jummai and Asabe in the Hausa set of birth-day names.
Is Lami a Muslim name?
Lami is a traditional Hausa name used by many Muslim families. It is a birth-day name rather than a religious one.
Where is the name Lami used?
Common in northern and central Nigeria among Hausa speakers.
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Spellings and variants of Lami
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lami mean?
Lami means 'Born on Thursday'. It comes from Hausa, from Arabic al-khamīs (Thursday).
Is Lami a Muslim name?
Lami is a traditional Hausa name used by many Muslim families. It is a birth-day name rather than a religious one.
How do you pronounce Lami?
Lami is pronounced LAH-mee.