Jamaria Girl

Popularity: #934 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jah-MAR-ee-uh /dʒəˈmɑːr.i.ə/

Origin: American; African American

Meaning: Derived from the name Jamari, meaning 'handsome' or 'beautiful'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jamaria is believed to be a modern variation of the name Jamara, which itself may derive from the Hebrew name Yameerah, meaning "to speak" or "to utter." The linguistic roots trace back to Hebrew, where names often carry significant meanings related to actions or attributes. The transition into English likely occurred through various cultural exchanges, particularly during the 20th century, as names from diverse backgrounds began to gain traction in English-speaking countries due to increased globalization and cultural blending.

Historically, names with similar phonetic structures have appeared in various cultures, often associated with notable figures or events. While Jamaria itself does not have a direct historical milestone, the components of the name resonate with biblical traditions, where names often reflect divine attributes or characteristics.

The use of names that incorporate elements of speech or communication can be seen in various biblical contexts, where names serve as a means of expressing identity and purpose. Culturally, names like Jamaria may evoke themes of strength and expression, aligning with the broader tradition of names that signify personal qualities or aspirations.

The name's melodic quality and unique construction contribute to its appeal, allowing it to resonate within communities that value individuality and creativity. Although Jamaria does not have a long historical lineage, its roots in meaningful linguistic elements and its connection to cultural practices surrounding naming contribute to its significance.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jamaria was first seen in the United States in 1989.

Jamaria has ranked as high as #1298 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, South Carolina, and North Carolina.

In the past 5 years the name Jamaria has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Jamaria is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jamaria was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Top States for Jamaria (2023)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.

State Births Share
FL 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jamaria.

YearBirths
202416
202326
202223
202121
202028
201926
201828
201735
201630
201530
201436
201331
201250
201160
201068
200977
200883
200771
200685
200559
200478
200367
200245
200145
200042
199929
199820
199720
199619
199517
199411
199311
19927
19915
19907
19896