Holding steady.
Popularity of Jamelah since 1977
Babies named Jamelah per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1992, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jamelah's real moment was 2012.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 31 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Jamelah is a rare feminine name in the United States, first recorded in 1977. Its usage has been consistently low, with fewer than five annual births in most years. The name saw a slight uptick in 2012, which remains its peak year. Despite its Arabic origins and association with 'beauty,' Jamelah has never ranked among the top 1000 names. It has no top states of concentrated use. The name may appeal to families seeking a distinctive spelling of Jamila or a feminine counterpart to Jamal. With its melodic sound and positive meaning, Jamelah fits a pattern of Arabic names gaining modest visibility in modern America.
Jamelah is a feminine name of Arabic origin, most likely derived from Jamal (جمال), meaning 'beauty.' It may also be a variant of Jamila, which has the same root. The spelling with 'eh' is an English-influenced respelling. The name has been used in the United States since the late 20th century, though it remains uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jami, Mela, J, Jamie
Sibling names for Jamelah
Names that share Jamelah's style, for a brother or sister.
