Lamia Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lamia Name at a Glance

Name	Lamia
Meaning	An evil spirit who abducts and murders children.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Lamia Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lamia means “An evil spirit who abducts and murders children”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Lamia Name Origin

Our database records Lamia under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Lamia a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Lamia is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Lamia

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