Declining since 2017, #4,265 for girls today.
Popularity of Yamila since 1975
Babies named Yamila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 71 |
| 2000s | 310 |
| 2010s | 542 |
| 2020s | 245 |
Meaning & origin
Yamila entered U.S. naming records in 1975 and saw its peak popularity in 2017. Since then, its usage has been gradually declining, though it remains a recognizable choice, particularly in California where it is most common. With a current rank of 4,265 (based on 2021 data), about 1 in every 48,705 newborn girls receives the name, reflecting its status as a distinctive but not rare option. The name is a Spanish adaptation of the Arabic Jamila, linking it to a tradition of beautiful-meaning names that cross cultures.
Yamila is a Spanish form of the Arabic name Jamila, which means 'beautiful.' It emerged in the Spanish-speaking world, particularly in Latin America, where Arabic-derived names have been adopted and adapted. The name gained modest popularity in the United States from the 1970s onward, especially among Hispanic communities.
Where Yamila is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yami, Mila, Yaya
Sibling names for Yamila
Names that share Yamila's style, for a brother or sister.
