Lamine

“the one who is elevated”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5815US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

239All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Lamine

lum·EEN

/ləm.ˈiːn/ · stress on EEN · 2 syllables

“the one who is elevated”

Arabic origin · Boy name

What does Lamine mean and where does it come from?

Lamine has roots in both Arabic and African contexts, particularly in West African countries. In Arabic, Lamine (المين) can mean 'the one who is elevated' or 'trustworthy.' In Wolof, a language spoken in Senegal and The Gambia, it conveys the idea of 'he who brings change.' The name gained popularit

Cultural significance

Lamine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the one who is elevated.

Peak popularity

Reached #5165 in 2003 — currently #5815 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Lamine?

Lamine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Lamine Grace

How popular is Lamine right now?

Rising fast — up 210 spots — currently #5815 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#5815 · Top 4.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5815	16	▲ up 210 · +7% births
2022	#6025	15	▲ up 5529 · +150% births
2021	#11554	6	▼ down 2631 · -25% births
2020	#8923	8	▼ down 2100 · -33% births
2015	#6823	12	▲ up 973 · +20% births
2010	#7796	10	▼ down 1383 · -17% births
2005	#6413	12	▲ up 4544 · +140% births
2000	#10957	5	▼ down 3742
1980	#7215	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lamine

Best Year2023Rank #5815

Peak Count16

Average Rank#7947

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 20239 years

The story of Lamine

Lamine is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 239 total births recorded, Lamine remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7215 in 1980 to #5815 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Lamine in 2003:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Andrew

Lamine by decade

Lamine peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	20
2000s ★	103
2010s	103
2020s	8

💎Lamine has only 239 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lamine?

Common

LamLamieLamyIne

Famous people named Lamine

Lamine (historical Arab ruler)

Lamine held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Lamine (Sufi mystic)

Lamine used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Lamine (Islamic scholar)

Lamine bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Lamine (Quranic figure)

Lamine appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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What names sound and feel like Lamine?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lamine also consider these

Lamaine

American · Variant of the

Lamoine

American · from the moor

Amine

Arabic · أمين

Lamone

American · From the fruit;

Laine

French · Derived from 'laine',

Jamine

American · Possible variant of

Damine

Latin · to tame, to

Almine

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Lamine

What does the name Lamine mean?

Lamine means "the one who is elevated" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Lamine?

Lamine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Lamine have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Lamine?

Lamine originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic 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 Lamine?

Lamine is a two-syllable name pronounced L AH0 M IY1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Lamine trending right now?

Lamine is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.