Lamija
Lamija is a Muslim girl name meaning “Shining, radiant”.
| Meaning | Shining, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bosnian form of Arabic Lāmiʿa |
| Arabic spelling | لامعة |
| Pronunciation | LAH-mee-yah |
| Arabic root | ل م ع (l-m-ʿ) — to shine, to gleam |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Lamija
Lamija is the Bosnian spelling of Lāmiʿa, 'shining'. In Bosnian the letter j is pronounced like English y, so the name sounds very close to the Arabic. It has become one of the more popular girls' names among Bosniak families.
Is Lamija a Muslim name?
Yes. Lamija is the Bosnian form of an Arabic name and is used by Muslim families in Bosnia and the wider Balkans.
Where is the name Lamija used?
Popular among Bosniaks in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia's Sandžak and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lamija mean?
Lamija means 'Shining, radiant'. It comes from Bosnian form of Arabic Lāmiʿa.
Is Lamija a Muslim name?
Yes. Lamija is the Bosnian form of an Arabic name and is used by Muslim families in Bosnia and the wider Balkans.
How do you write Lamija in Arabic?
Lamija is written لامعة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Lamija?
Lamija is pronounced LAH-mee-yah.