What is the origin of the name Gamila?

Gamila is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Gamila?

Gamila is currently ranked #12565 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Gamila?

Gamila is pronounced ga-MEE-lah.

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GirlArabic

Gamila

ga-MEE-lah

Popularity

#12565

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

Peak Year

#10 in 2021

First Recorded

1996

Style

Soft & Gentle, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Gamila means 'beautiful' or 'graceful' in Arabic. It's often given to girls in Muslim communities.

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Gami Mila

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Numerology

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Nicknames

Gami Mila

Spelling Variations

Jameela Jamila Djamilah

Similar Names

Amina Layla Samira Fatima

Personality Traits

GracefulKindElegantCharming

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