Brilliant, shining, or glowing
Lemya is a variant of the Arabic name Lamya, which traditionally refers to someone with beautiful, dark, or shimmering lips. In a broader poetic sense, it is often interpreted as meaning brilliant, radiant, or glowing. It is a rare choice in the United States, offering a distinctive sound while maintaining a soft, melodic quality.
Less common today
Lemya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #13,025 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).