Shining, radiant, or soft to the touch.
In Arabic, Lamia is a feminine name meaning 'shining' or 'radiant,' often used to describe beautiful lips. In Greek mythology, Lamia was a queen of Libya who became a child-eating daemon, though this association is rarely the intent of modern parents.
Less common today
Lamia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,090 in 2000.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A queen of Libya turned monster in Greek mythology · Greek Mythology
The star fallen to earth in the form of a woman · Stardust
Renowned Iraqi archaeologist
