Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Jamill since 1977
Babies named Jamill per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 93 |
| 2000s | 109 |
| 2010s | 81 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Jamill is a rare Arabic-derived name in the United States, first recorded in 1977 but never entering the top 1,000. Its peak year was 2008, and its trajectory has been falling since 2009, with very low overall usage. Transliterated from Jamīl, it shares a meaning of 'handsome' with the more common variant Jamil. While its top states are empty in the data, it remains a distinct choice within Muslim American communities. The name's low frequency means it stands out as an uncommon option with clear cultural roots.
Jamill is an English transliteration of the Arabic name Jamīl (جميل), meaning 'handsome' or 'beautiful.' It shares a root with the feminine form Jamila. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally. Its adoption in the United States reflects broader patterns of Arabic name transliteration, with spelling variations emerging in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jam
Sibling names for Jamill
Names that share Jamill's style, for a brother or sister.
