“مشرق الشمس - 'Moshriq Alshams' (meaning 'east of the sun')” — Associated with light and positivity
Lebanon origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#12859US 2023
7Births / yr
↑Rising
359All-time births
📅 Since 196700
How to pronounce Lamara
LAM·AR·uh
/ˈlæm.ˈær.ə/ · stress on LAM · 3 syllables
“مشرق الشمس - 'Moshriq Alshams' (meaning 'east of the sun')”
Associated with light and positivity · Lebanon origin
What does Lamara mean and where does it come from?
Lamara is a name that has origins in both Arabic and Spanish cultures. In Arabic, it relates to the direction of the sunrise, symbolizing new beginnings and hope. In Spanish, it can be associated with light and positivity. This name is especially common in the Middle East and can also be found in Hi
Cultural significance
Lamara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Lebanon-speaking communities, where it reflects values of مشرق الشمس - 'moshriq alshams' (meaning 'east of the sun').
Peak popularity
Reached #5918 in 1971 — currently #12859 in the US.
Rising — up 49 spots — currently #12859 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1985–2023#12859 · Top 9.5%
1985
1995
2000
2005
2015
2020
2021
2023
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#12859
7
▲ up 49
2021
#12908
7
▼ down 603
2020
#12305
7
▲ up 4541 · +40% births
2015
#16846
5
▼ down 1943 · -17% births
2005
#14903
6
▼ down 4811 · -33% births
2000
#10092
9
▼ down 1775 · -10% births
1995
#8317
10
▲ up 2994 · +100% births
1985
#11311
5
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Lamara
1995Rank #8317
10
#12443
↘Falling
1985 - 20238 years
The story of Lamara
Lamara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1967. With 359 total births recorded, Lamara remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11311 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12859 in 2023.
Lamara means "مشرق الشمس - 'Moshriq Alshams' (meaning 'east of the sun')" — a name rooted in Lebanon tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Lamara?
Lamara is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Lamara have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Lamara?
Lamara originates from Lebanon tradition. Lebanon names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Lamara?
Lamara is a three-syllable name pronounced L AE1 M AE1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Lamara?
Lamara pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Lebanon heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Lamara
For a sister
Lamara & Joumana♡
Lamara & Elissar♡
Lamara & Tanith♡
Lamara & Weston♡
For a brother
Lamara & Zidon♡
Lamara & Gemayel♡
Lamara & Nasrallah♡
Lamara & Toufic♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#12859
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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