Jamila
Jamila first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1977, when 418 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Jamila popular?
Vintage Jamila is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1977.
| 2020s | 755 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,074 | |
| 2000s | 930 | |
| 1990s | 1,834 | |
| 1980s | 1,887 | |
| 1970s | 1,781 | |
| 1960s | 61 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Jamila mean?
'Beautiful,' from Arabic jamil(a); widely used in Swahili-speaking Muslim communities. Feminine; the masculine form is Jamil.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jamila mean?
Jamila means Beautiful. 'Beautiful,' from Arabic jamil(a); widely used in Swahili-speaking Muslim communities. Feminine; the masculine form is Jamil.
What is the origin of the name Jamila?
Jamila is of swahili origin.
How do you pronounce Jamila?
Jamila is pronounced “jah-MEE-lah.”
Is Jamila a boy or a girl name?
Jamila is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Jamila a popular name right now?
Jamila is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1977.
How popular is the name Jamila?
In 2025, Jamila ranked #1686 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Jamila most popular?
Jamila was most popular in 1977, when about 418 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Jamila?
Names similar to Jamila include Kamaria, Nia, Sanaa, Zuri.
What names go well with Jamila?
swahili names that pair well with Jamila include Zuri, Imani, Nia, Amani, Sanaa.