Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Jamariah since 1999
Babies named Jamariah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 145 |
| 2010s | 145 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Jamariah entered U.S. birth records in 1999, a relatively recent arrival among modern coined names. Its trajectory has been falling since 2009, meaning its peak annual usage likely occurred earlier. The year 2010 stands out as the highest recorded year for this name. Jamariah is an example of a name built from trendy sounds and suffixes, with no deeper historical or linguistic root. Despite its low overall frequency, it reflects the broader pattern of invented feminine names in the 2000s and 2010s. The name has never appeared on any top states list, indicating its usage is highly scattered. For families drawn to melodic, contemporary-sounding names, Jamariah offers a unique option with a clear feminine association.
Jamariah is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1999. It likely blends the sound of Jamar or Jamari (themselves modern creations from James or Jamal) with the fashionable -iah suffix seen in biblical names like Jeremiah or Amariah. The name has seen sporadic use, with a peak in 2010, and is predominantly given to girls.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jami, Mari, Riah, J
Sibling names for Jamariah
Names that share Jamariah's style, for a brother or sister.
