Lamya
Lamya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Having beautifully dark lips”.
| Meaning | Having beautifully dark lips |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | لمياء |
| Pronunciation | lam-YAA |
| Arabic root | ل م ي (l-m-y) — dark colouring of the lips |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Lamya
Lamyāʾ is a classical Arabic description of a woman whose lips have a dark, reddish-brown tint, which old Arabic poetry treated as a mark of beauty. It is a popular name in Iraq, Syria, Egypt and the Gulf, and the spellings Lamya and Lamyaa are both common.
Is Lamya a Muslim name?
Yes. Lamya is an Arabic name with a long history and is widely used by Muslim families.
Where is the name Lamya used?
Common in Iraq, Syria, Egypt and the Gulf states.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lamya mean?
Lamya means 'Having beautifully dark lips'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Lamya a Muslim name?
Yes. Lamya is an Arabic name with a long history and is widely used by Muslim families.
How do you write Lamya in Arabic?
Lamya is written لمياء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Lamya?
Lamya is pronounced lam-YAA.