Jamila
Jamila: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jamila
- A female given name from Arabic.
Etymology
From Arabic جَمِيلَة (jamīla, “beautiful”).
How popular is Jamila?
Since 1880, 8,322 girls in the U.S. have been named Jamila. Its highest rank for girls was #468 in 1977. In 2025, 122 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jamila
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Sibling name ideas for Jamila
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Jamila FAQ
What does the name Jamila mean?
A female given name from Arabic. From Arabic جَمِيلَة (jamīla, “beautiful”).
What is the origin of the name Jamila?
Jamila is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Jamila?
Since 1880, 8,322 girls in the U.S. have been named Jamila. Its highest rank for girls was #468 in 1977. In 2025, 122 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jamila a boy or girl name?
Jamila is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 8,322 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.