Lama
Gender: Girl
Meaning: The sea, of the sea
Origin: Old French/Spanish
Popularity: Ranked #7339 in 2025 with 15 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Lamar. Shares the meaning 'The sea, of the sea.'
Similar names: lamani, lamar, lamari, lamarr, lamaya, lam, lamaria, liamani
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Lama? About 1 in 221,900 babies born in 2025 were named Lama, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Lama
What does the name Lama mean?
Lama means “The sea, of the sea” from Old French/Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Lama?
Lama has Old French/Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “The sea, of the sea”.
How popular is Lama?
Lama ranked #7133 in 2025 — given to 15 babies that year.
When was Lama most popular?
Lama peaked in 2019 with 19 babies registered that year.
Is Lama a boy or girl name?
Lama is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Lamas in registered births are female.
Is the name Lama rising or falling in popularity?
Lama has risen 508 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7641 in 2020 to #7133 in 2025.
How long has Lama been recorded?
Lama appears in birth records across 44 years — from 1978 through 2025.