Pamela Lambert

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Pamela Lambert — all sweetness
645K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Pamela Lambert is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Pamela is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Pamela is a feminine given name, often abbreviated to Pam. Pamela is also infrequently used as a surname. Sir Philip Sidney invented the name Pamela for a pivotal character in his epic prose work, The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia, written in the late 16th century and published posthumously. The name is widely taken to mean "all sweetness", formed on the Greek words πᾶν pan ("all") and μέλι meli ("honey"), but there is no evidence regarding what meaning, if any, Sidney intended for it. The surname Lambert: Adam Lambert (born 1982), American recording artist, stage actor Adam Lambert (snowboarder) (born 1997), Australian snowboarder Adelaide Lambert (1907–1996), American swimmer Adrian Lambert (born 1972), English bassist and songwriter Adrien Lambert (1913–2003), Canadian politician Adrienne Lambert (born 1938/9), New Zealand lawn bowler Al Sherrod Lambert (born 1985), American music producer Alain Lambert (born 1946), French politician Albert Bond Lambert (1875–1946), American aviator Albert Edward Lambert (1870–1929), British architect Alex Lambert (born 1990), American singer-songwriter Alexa. Pamela is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 645K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Pamela reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Pamela

Meaning: all sweetness

Greek

Pamela is a feminine given name, often abbreviated to Pam. Pamela is also infrequently used as a surname. Sir Philip Sidney invented the name Pamela for a pivotal character in his epic prose work, The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia, written in the late 16th century and published posthumously. The name is widely taken to mean "all sweetness", formed on the Greek words πᾶν pan ("all") and μέλι meli ("honey"), but there is no evidence regarding what meaning, if any, Sidney intended for it.

Surname: Lambert

French

Adam Lambert (born 1982), American recording artist, stage actor Adam Lambert (snowboarder) (born 1997), Australian snowboarder Adelaide Lambert (1907–1996), American swimmer Adrian Lambert (born 1972), English bassist and songwriter Adrien Lambert (1913–2003), Canadian politician Adrienne Lambert (born 1938/9), New Zealand lawn bowler Al Sherrod Lambert (born 1985), American music producer Alain Lambert (born 1946), French politician Albert Bond Lambert (1875–1946), American aviator Albert Edward Lambert (1870–1929), British architect Alex Lambert (born 1990), American singer-songwriter Alexa.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Pamela is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Pamela by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Pamela Lambert

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Pamela Lambert:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Pamela?
The first name Pamela originates from Greek. Pamela is a feminine given name, often abbreviated to Pam. Pamela is also infrequently used as a surname. Sir Philip Sidney invented the name Pamela for a pivotal character in his epic prose work, The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia, written in the late 16th century and published posthumously. The name is widely taken to mean "all sweetness", formed on the Greek words πᾶν pan ("all") and μέλι meli ("honey"), but there is no evidence regarding what meaning, if any, Sidney intended for it.
When was Pamela most popular?
The name Pamela reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lambert?
The surname Lambert originates from French. Adam Lambert (born 1982), American recording artist, stage actor Adam Lambert (snowboarder) (born 1997), Australian snowboarder Adelaide Lambert (1907–1996), American swimmer Adrian Lambert (born 1972), English bassist and songwriter Adrien Lambert (1913–2003), Canadian politician Adrienne Lambert (born 1938/9), New Zealand lawn bowler Al Sherrod Lambert (born 1985), American music producer Alain Lambert (born 1946), French politician Albert Bond Lambert (1875–1946), American aviator Albert Edward Lambert (1870–1929), British architect Alex Lambert (born 1990), American singer-songwriter Alexa.
What are the origins of the name Pamela Lambert?
The name Pamela Lambert combines two different traditions: the first name Pamela has Greek roots, while the surname Lambert originates from French.
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