Declining since 1988.
Popularity of Jamale since 1972
Babies named Jamale per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 48 |
| 1980s | 182 |
| 1990s | 134 |
| 2000s | 75 |
| 2010s | 47 |
| 2020s | 9 |
Meaning & origin
Jamale is a rare Americanized spelling of the Arabic name Jamal, which means 'beauty' or 'handsomeness'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1972, reflecting the growing diversity of naming practices in the late 20th century. It reached its peak popularity in 1989, but has been on a downward trajectory since 1988, with usage declining steadily. Jamale has never ranked among the top 1000 names, indicating it remains an uncommon choice. Its usage in the United States is concentrated among families seeking a phonetic variant of a traditional Arabic name, though its absence from top states suggests it is not regionally clustered.
Jamale is a variant spelling of Jamal, derived from the Arabic root jamāl (جمال) meaning 'beauty' or 'handsomeness'. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally. The spelling 'Jamale' emerged in the United States as a phonetic adaptation, reflecting a common pattern of personalizing traditional names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jam
Sibling names for Jamale
Names that share Jamale's style, for a brother or sister.
