Jamela Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-MEL-ah / /dʒəˈmɛlə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'beautiful'; Hebrew: 'God is gracious'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jamela is a name that has roots in both Arabic and Hebrew cultures. In Arabic-speaking regions, it is often associated with beauty and grace. The Hebrew variant emphasizes a connection to divine grace. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of influences.
Trend Summary
The name Jamela has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jameela
- Jamila
International Variants
- Jameela (Arabic)
- Jamila (Arabic)
- Yamila (Spanish)
Famous people named Jamela
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Fictional characters named Jamela
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jamela was first seen in the United States in 1957. Jamela has ranked as high as #1131 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jamela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jamela (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 31 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 9 |