Holding steady.
Popularity of Jamicah since 1999
Babies named Jamicah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 38 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Jamicah is a modern American invention that first appeared in U.S. naming data in 1999. Its usage peaked in 2005, the year it was most frequently given, though overall numbers remain very small. The name has shown a stable trajectory since then, never gaining widespread popularity. It is part of a trend of creatively spelled names ending in -icah or -ikah that emerged in the late 20th century. Jamicah has not been recorded in any official top states list, indicating its rarity across the country. The name likely draws from the fashionable sounds of names like Jamal or James combined with the popular suffix seen in Aaliyah and similar names, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique modern name.
Jamicah is a modern American coinage, first recorded in 1999. It likely combines elements of established names like James or Jamal with the fashionable suffix -icah (seen in names like Aaliyah or Makayla). The spelling may also be influenced by the place name Jamaica. Its usage has remained rare, with a slight peak in 2005.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Jamekah, Jamica
Sibling names for Jamicah
Names that share Jamicah's style, for a brother or sister.
