Jahmal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-MAHL / /dʒəˈmɑːl/Arabic; African American Vernacular English
Meaning
Arabic: exalted; African American Vernacular English: variant of Jamal, meaning beauty
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jahmal is derived from the Arabic name Jamal, which means beauty. It has been popularized in various African American communities, particularly in the United States. The name reflects a cultural trend of using unique spellings and variations of traditional names. Jahmal is often associated with strength and individuality.
Trend Summary
Jahmal has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jamal
- Jahmal
International Variants
- Jamal (Arabic)
- Jamal (Swahili)
Famous people named Jahmal
Jahmal Cole is a community activist known for his work in Chicago, focusing on youth empowerment and social justice.
Jahmal Shabazz is a renowned photographer recognized for his impactful portraits of urban life.
Fictional characters named Jahmal
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jahmal was first seen in the United States in 1969. Jahmal has ranked as high as #1206 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Louisiana, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jahmal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jahmal (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 23 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 31 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 36 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 41 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |