Log in · Sign up

Jamilah Girl

Popularity: #906 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationjah-MEE-lah / /dʒəˈmiːlə/

Arabic; Swahili

Meaning

Arabic: beautiful; Swahili: one who is beautiful

Historical & Cultural Background

Jamilah is derived from the Arabic root 'jamal,' which means beauty. It is commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities. In Swahili, it reflects similar themes of beauty and grace. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its positive connotations.

Trend Summary

Jamilah has seen a steady presence in the U.S. baby name charts, particularly among families of Arabic and African descent.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Jameela
  • Jameelah

International Variants

  • Jamilah (Arabic)
  • Jameela (Arabic)
  • Jamilah (Swahili)

Famous people named Jamilah

Jamilah Lemieux is an American writer and cultural critic known for her work on race and gender issues.

Jamilah Nasheed is an American politician serving in the Missouri State Senate.

Jamilah King is a journalist and editor who has contributed to various media outlets focusing on social justice.

Jamilah Muhammad is a noted activist and speaker in the field of education reform.

Fictional characters named Jamilah

Jamilah is a character in the children's book 'Jamilah and the Hound of Heaven' who embarks on a journey of self-discovery.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jamilah was first seen in the United States in 1965. Jamilah has ranked as high as #1027 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Jamilah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Jamilah (2024)

StateBirthsShare
FL 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19656
19666
19685
19695
197011
197112
197220
197319
197422
197527
197651
197773
197851
197963
198037
198140
198249
198342
198444
198562
198654
198749
198846
198951
199045
199146
199259
199370
199459
199553
199642
199753
199843
199962
200043
200157
200243
200333
200440
200542
200645
200743
200843
200953
201037
201156
201248
201363
201458
201547
201652
201745
201872
201966
202050
202159
202236
202361
202444