Declining since 2008, #3,296 for girls today.
Popularity of Kamaria since 1973
Babies named Kamaria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 108 |
| 1980s | 232 |
| 1990s | 556 |
| 2000s | 973 |
| 2010s | 740 |
| 2020s | 396 |
Meaning & origin
Kamaria entered U.S. records in 1973 and saw its peak popularity in 2008. Since then, its usage has been falling, though it remains a distinctive choice. In 2025, about 1 in 34,197 girls received the name, placing it at rank 3,296. The name is most common in Georgia, Florida, and Texas, states with significant African American and African diaspora communities. Its Swahili origin and evocative lunar meaning give it a poetic quality that appeals to parents seeking a name with cultural depth and natural imagery.
Kamaria is a name of Swahili origin, derived directly from the word 'kamaria' meaning 'like the moon' or 'moonlight'. It is commonly used in East African communities, particularly in Tanzania and Kenya. The name gained visibility in the United States starting in the 1970s, likely through cultural exchange and appreciation for African heritage.
Where Kamaria is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kamaria” around the world
Where Kamaria lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kama, Ria, Kam
Sibling names for Kamaria
Names that share Kamaria's style, for a brother or sister.
