Lamara

Lamara is a rare American first name for girls and represents a feminine derivation of Lamar. The meaning of the name is 'the one who comes from the sea' or alternatively 'the one who comes from the pond.'

What does the name Lamara mean?

Lamara, an unusual girl's name from the USA, is a feminine form of Lamar. It carries the meaning 'the one who comes from the sea' or 'the one who comes from the pond.' The name has its roots in the Old French term la mare, which means 'the pond,' 'the puddle,' 'the pool,' and 'the sea.' Additionally, Lamara (ლამარა) is considered a Georgian diminutive of the goddess Lamaria, who is typically interpreted as 'the eye of the earth.'

Where does the name Lamara come from?

The origin of the name Lamara is both Old French and Anglo-Norman, which gives it the meaning 'the one who comes from the sea.' The Old French

How do you pronounce Lamara?

The pronunciation of Lamara is three syllables and open in its vowel structure. The name is usually pronounced as 'La-ma-ra' [laˈmaːʁa], with the open A giving the name a certain breadth. The stressed middle syllable with a long A provides a sonorous character. The ending '-ra' sounds soft and rounded. Lamara has a melodic sound and feels present – feminine, harmonious, and clear in expression.

When is the name day of Lamara?

The name day for Lamara is celebrated on August 5.

Popularity

In Germany, Lamara is a relatively common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2018, when it reached 2,157th place. Over the last ten years, Lamara has been chosen as a first name in about 40 cases, placing it 4,253rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, the name ranks 5,234th.

Nicknames & pet names

Lama / Lamy

Famous people

• Lamara Chkonia (singer from Georgia)
• Lamara Douicher (footballer from Algeria)