Lemar

English from French
"dweller by a pool"
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Lemar Origin and Meaning

The name Lemar is a boy's name of French origin.

Lemar appears to have multiple possible origins. It could be a variant of Lamar, which itself may derive from French geographic place names (such as the French municipality La Mar) or from the French 'la mer' meaning 'the sea.' Alternatively, it might represent a variant spelling of Leomer or Leomaris, which have Latin roots. The name has been in use in various regions including Europe and North America. Lemar gained some visibility in the early 2000s through British singer Lemar Obika, who goes by the mononym Lemar. The name has maintained modest but consistent usage across different communities. Its appeal may stem from its melodic quality and versatility across different language contexts. Spelling variations include Lamar, Leomar, and Lamor, with each having slightly different usage patterns and regional preferences.