Holding steady.
Popularity of Jamile since 1974
Babies named Jamile per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 33 | 37 |
| 1980s | 27 | 86 |
| 1990s | 31 | 55 |
| 2000s | 108 | 30 |
| 2010s | 5 | 21 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jamile is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1974. It reached its peak popularity in 1984, but has never ranked in the top 1000 names, reflecting its consistent low usage. The name has remained stable over the decades, with no significant surge or decline. Though derived from the Arabic Jamil, meaning beautiful, it is distinct in its spelling and unisex usage. Fewer than a handful of babies receive this name each year, making it an uncommon choice that nevertheless carries a universally positive meaning.
Jamile is a variant of the Arabic name Jamil, derived from the root j-m-l (جمل), meaning 'to be beautiful' or 'handsome'. It is the feminine form in some contexts, though in English usage it is often given to boys. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jam, Jami, Mile
Sibling names for Jamile
Names that share Jamile's style, for a brother or sister.
