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Lakiya

Derived from the Greek word for gentle and the Sanskrit word for magic or illusion. This name describes a person who is both kind-hearted and possesses a captivating, imaginative spirit that brings joy to those around them.

Key Stats

Total births671
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2004
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded2003
Most recent2008
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

MI — 25%TX — 25%GA — 25%IL — 25%AK — 0%

Notable People

Damaya (Singer-songwriter of the Damaya Project) · Damaya (Central character in N.K. Jemisin's The Fifth Season) · Damaya (R&B artist known for the single Selfish) · Damaya (Lead dancer in several professional urban dance troupes) · Damaya K. (Successful collegiate athlete in track and field)

Nicknames & Diminutives

MayaDayaMimiMay

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