What does Lulamae mean and where does it come from?
Lulamae is a modern American name that has emerged as a combination of the name 'Lulu', popularized in the late 19th century, and 'Mae', which became popular in the early 20th century. It often signifies beauty and purity through its meaning 'pearl'. Notable usages can be found in artistic circles a
Cultural significance
Lulamae has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'lulu', meaning 'pearl', combined with 'mae', which is often associated with may or the meaning 'to be born.
Peak popularity
Reached #2521 in 1909 — currently #14455 in the US.
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Lulamae works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Lulamae Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Lulamae Rose
Floral · soft ending
Lulamae Mae
Sweet · timeless
Lulamae Claire
French influence · crisp
Lulamae Jane
Literary · strong
Lulamae Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Lulamae right now?
Rising fast — up 85 spots — currently #14455 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #14455 | 6 | ▲ up 85 |
| 2021 | #14540 | 6 | ▲ up 512 |
| 2010 | #15052 | 6 | ▼ down 11766 · -25% births |
| 1935 | #3286 | 8 | ▲ up 1489 · +60% births |
| 1930 | #4775 | 5 | ▼ down 1307 · -44% births |
| 1920 | #3468 | 9 | ▼ down 422 |
| 1915 | #3046 | 9 | — |
The story of Lulamae
Lulamae entered American naming records in 1909 and has been in use for over 115 years. With 150 total births recorded, Lulamae remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3046 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14455 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Lulamae in 1909:
Lulamae by decade
Lulamae peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1900s | 5 | |
| 1910s ★ | 55 | |
| 1920s | 44 | |
| 1930s | 23 | |
| 1940s | 6 | |
| 2010s | 17 | |
💎Lulamae has only 150 total recorded births since 1909 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Lulamae?
What names sound and feel like Lulamae?
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Common questions about the name Lulamae
What does the name Lulamae mean?
Lulamae means "Derived from 'Lulu', meaning 'pearl', combined with 'Mae', which is often associated with May or the meaning 'to be born" — a name rooted in American 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 Lulamae?
Lulamae is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Lulamae have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Lulamae?
Lulamae originates from American tradition. American 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 Lulamae?
Lulamae is a three-syllable name pronounced L UW1 L AH0 M EY1. 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 Lulamae?
Lulamae pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.