Pure or white; possibly related to a king
The name is primarily known from the Book of Mormon, where it is the name of a Lamanite king. While historically masculine in its scriptural context, it has transitioned into a rare, gender-neutral choice in modern times. Its etymology is often associated with concepts of purity or light within its specific religious tradition.
Less common today
Lamoni isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,545 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A Lamanite king who underwent a spiritual conversion Β· The Book of Mormon