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Kamiah
Kamiah Pronunciation
Kamiah is pronounced kə-MY-ah /kəˈmaɪ.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: Modern melodic coinage in the Kami-/-iah family; also the Idaho town Kamiah (Nez Perce, 'place of rope litter'); routes debatedLow
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History & Origin
Kamiah is a modern melodic coinage in the Kami-/-iah family (Kamiyah, Kamariah) — and separately the Nez Perce town-name in Idaho, from kamia, rope-litter work. The naming routes are debated, which we flag honestly.
It registers thinly in recent records. Rare, melodic, and place-shadowed.
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How do you pronounce Kamiah?
Kamiah is pronounced kə-MY-ah (/kəˈmaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Kamiah said aloud.
How do you say Kamiah?
Kamiah is said kə-MY-ah (/kəˈmaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Kamiah said aloud.
What does the name Kamiah mean?
Kamiah is a modern melodic coinage in the -iah family; it also names a Nez Perce town in Idaho. The routes are debated.
Is Kamiah a boy or girl name?
Kamiah is a girl's name.
How popular is Kamiah?
Kamiah is a rare name in the U.S.