Holding steady.
Popularity of Jamael since 1972
Babies named Jamael per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 36 |
| 1980s | 151 |
| 1990s | 108 |
| 2000s | 69 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Jamael is a modern American coinage that first entered U.S. birth records in 1972. The name reached its peak usage in 1989, but has never been common enough to rank in the national top 1000. Its trajectory has remained stable, with no significant revival or decline. Jamael is almost exclusively given to boys, though it fits a broader trend of names ending in -el or -al. While its meaning is uncertain, it likely draws inspiration from established names like Jamal (meaning 'beauty' in Arabic) and James. The name has no strong regional ties, as it never appeared among top states. As one-in-N data is unavailable due to its rarity, Jamael remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that is familiar yet uncommon.
Jamael first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a blend of James (from Hebrew Ya'aqov) and Jamal (Arabic for 'beauty'), or a respelling of Jamal influenced by the popular suffix -el. The name saw modest use in the 1980s and peaked in 1989, but never entered the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable, with sporadic usage since then.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jam, Jay
Sibling names for Jamael
Names that share Jamael's style, for a brother or sister.
