Lamae is of African origin, particularly from West African nations like Nigeria and Ghana. It means "God has answered our prayers" and is often used for girls born after long-awaited pregnancies. The name gained some popularity in the United States during the 1980s but remains relatively uncommon elsewhere. It carries a unique sound and offers an interesting alternative to more traditional names.
The name Lamae experienced fluctuations in popularity over the specified period, with the highest number of births occurring in 1924 at eleven. After this peak, the annual birth count steadily decreased until reaching a low point of five births each in 1930 and 1936.