Jamaree Boy

Popularity: #928 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jah-MAH-ree //dʒəˈmɑːri//

Origin: American; African

Meaning: American: modern invented name; African: possibly related to 'Jama' meaning 'to be born'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jamaree is believed to be a modern creation, likely derived from the combination of existing names or linguistic elements. Its etymology may trace back to the name "Jamar," which has roots in Arabic, meaning "handsome" or "beautiful." The suffix "-ee" is often used in English to create a diminutive or affectionate form, suggesting a sense of endearment or familiarity.

This construction reflects a broader trend in contemporary naming practices where unique or blended names are increasingly favored, particularly in English-speaking cultures. Historically, names similar to Jamaree may have emerged in the late 20th century, coinciding with a cultural shift towards more creative and individualized naming conventions.

While there are no specific historical milestones tied directly to the name Jamaree, the evolution of names in this manner can be seen as part of a larger movement in the naming landscape, where parents seek to express identity and uniqueness through their children's names. The influence of popular culture, music, and media during this period likely played a role in the acceptance and spread of such names.

Culturally, names like Jamaree may resonate with themes of individuality and personal expression, reflecting a desire for names that stand out or carry a sense of personal significance. The name's potential connection to beauty and handsomeness through its roots may also contribute to its appeal.

While Jamaree does not have a long historical lineage or traditional associations like some more established names, its construction and meaning align with contemporary values of creativity and uniqueness in naming.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jamaree was first seen in the United States in 1992.

Jamaree has ranked as high as #5537 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Illinois, and South Carolina.

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

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Jamaree 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 Jamaree was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Jamaree.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 10 10 0
2024 14 14 0
2023 10 10 0
2022 13 13 0
2021 17 17 0
2020 15 15 0
2019 10 10 0
2018 18 18 0
2017 16 16 0
2016 22 22 0
2015 19 19 0
2014 19 19 0
2013 27 27 0
2012 33 33 0
2011 36 36 0
2010 51 46 5
2009 46 46 0
2008 40 40 0
2007 40 40 0
2006 35 35 0
2005 28 28 0
2004 43 43 0
2003 36 36 0
2002 32 32 0
2001 19 19 0
2000 24 24 0
1999 13 13 0
1998 19 19 0
1997 9 9 0
1996 20 20 0
1995 17 17 0
1994 32 32 0
1993 40 40 0
1992 7 7 0

Top States for Jamaree (2016)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
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