Lais

Meaning of Lais

Lais is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has Greek origins and is pronounced as "layss" (/leɪs/). The name Lais is associated with the meaning of "lioness," which symbolizes strength, courage, and leadership. While not very common, Lais has been gaining some popularity in recent years. In the United States, it ranked 10th in 2014, 9th in 2018, and 5th in 2020 among newborn girls. Variations of this name include Layce and Lays. With its strong and empowering meaning, Lais is an excellent choice for parents looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

Greek

  • Pronunced as layss (/leɪs/)

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Notable People Named Lais

Laís Souza - Laís da Silva Souza is a Brazilian former artistic gymnast and aerial skier who represented Brazil internationally in gymnastics and qualified for the 2014 Winter Olympics in freestyle skiing before being paralyzed in an accident.
Lais Ribeiro - Laís Ribeiro is a Brazilian model famous for her role as a Victoria's Secret Angel.
Laís Bodanzky is a renowned Brazilian film director, best known for her impactful work on the film "Brainstorm," which sheds light on mental institutions in Brazil.
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