Lakia
Lakia is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Found, discovered, or valuable treasure.
Origin and history
Lakia is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, derived from a root meaning 'found' or 'treasure.' It gained modest usage in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s. Today, it is an uncommon name in contemporary U.S. birth records.
Popularity in the United States
2,639 babies in the United States have been named Lakia since 1880. It ranks #3436 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MD (19.3 %)
- NY (10 %)
- PA (9.7 %)
- IL (7.6 %)
- NJ (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 510 |
| 1980-1990 | 997 |
| 1990-2000 | 717 |
| 2000-2010 | 349 |
| 2010-2019 | 66 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Lakia enjoyed its highest usage in the United States during the late 1970s and 1980s.
- The name shares its root with Arabic words relating to finding something valuable or precious.