What is the origin of the name Jamaica?

Jamaica is a name of Native American origin.

How popular is the name Jamaica?

Jamaica is currently ranked #16233 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Jamaica?

Jamaica is pronounced juh-MAY-kuh.

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GirlNative American

Jamaica

juh-MAY-kuh

Popularity

#16233

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Native American

Total Births

1,569

Peak Year

#69 in 1977

First Recorded

1972

Style

Nature-Inspired, Earthy & Bohemian

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Derived from the Arawak word 'Xaymaca,' meaning 'land of wood and water.'

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Mai Jama Jami

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Numerology

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Nicknames

Mai Jama Jami

Similar Names

Dakota Sierra Savannah India

Personality Traits

AdventurousIndependentCreativeOptimistic

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