Jameka Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-MEE-kah / dʒəˈmiːkəAmerican; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name 'Jameka', possibly a blend of 'James' and 'Tamika'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Jameka is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by combining elements from traditional names. The name is often associated with individuality and cultural identity. Its usage has been noted since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Jameka has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jameka was first seen in the United States in 1972. Jameka has ranked as high as #1145 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Jameka has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jameka (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 37 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 80 |
| 1979 | 57 |
| 1980 | 69 |
| 1981 | 50 |
| 1982 | 57 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1984 | 48 |
| 1985 | 48 |
| 1986 | 54 |
| 1987 | 66 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 60 |
| 1990 | 75 |
| 1991 | 62 |
| 1992 | 82 |
| 1993 | 102 |
| 1994 | 94 |
| 1995 | 72 |
| 1996 | 59 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 34 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |