UK girl's name
Lamya
An Arabic name meaning "beautiful, captivating night black-haired woman".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lamya is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lamya popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 11 births.
This profile covers 109 England and Wales registrations across 20 recorded years from 1999 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 27% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 108 living people in the UK are called Lamya. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lamya ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 11 girls were registered as Lamya.
- • About 108 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lamya as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5687
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
11 births
Estimated living
108
2026
Meaning
What does Lamya mean?
The given name Lamya has its origins in Arabic, originating from the ancient Semitic language family. It is derived from the Arabic word "lam'a," which means "a flash of light" or "brilliance." The name is believed to have been in use since ancient times in the Middle East and North Africa.
In Islamic tradition, Lamya is mentioned as one of the names of the Prophet Muhammad's wives. However, there is some debate among scholars about the authenticity of this claim.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lamya dates back to the 8th century, when it was mentioned in Arabic poetry and literature. Lamya bint Abi Dhu'ayb, a renowned Arab poetess from the 7th century, was known for her eloquence and her contributions to pre-Islamic Arabic poetry.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Lamya. Lamya al-Amiri (1175-1209) was a famous Andalusian poet and writer from Spain. Her works were widely admired and influenced the literary traditions of her time.
Lamya al-Ghul (1894-1982) was a prominent Lebanese novelist and activist. She was known for her efforts in promoting women's rights and her literary works that explored social and political issues.
Lamya Majed (born 1985) is a Kuwaiti actress and television personality. She has starred in several popular television shows and films in the Gulf region.
Lamya Mahmoud (born 1979) is an Egyptian singer and actress. She has released several successful albums and has appeared in various television series and movies.
Lamya Kaddor (born 1978) is a German scholar and social activist of Syrian descent. She is known for her work in promoting interfaith dialogue and addressing issues related to Islam in Europe.
The name Lamya has maintained its popularity across various cultures and regions, particularly in the Arab world and parts of Europe, where it is often chosen for its beautiful meaning and historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lamya over time
The chart below shows babies named Lamya registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lamya, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lamya by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lamya was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5297 | 13 | 3 |
| 2010s | #4118 | 48 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3210 | 44 | 7 |
| 1990s | #3225 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Lamya
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Lamya: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lamya in the UK right now?
In 2023, Lamya was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Lamya most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 11 babies registered as Lamya in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lamya?
An Arabic name meaning "beautiful, captivating night black-haired woman".
How many people are called Lamya in the UK?
A total of 109 babies have been registered as Lamya across the 20 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.