What is the origin of the name Jamila?

Jamila is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Jamila?

Jamila is currently ranked #1560 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Jamila?

Jamila is pronounced jah-MEE-lah.

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GirlArabic

Jamila

jah-MEE-lah

Popularity

#1560

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

8,198

Peak Year

#418 in 1977

First Recorded

1962

Style

Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Jamila is an Arabic name meaning 'beautiful'. It is a feminine form of Jamil.

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Jami Mila

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Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

Jamila Woods
American singer, songwriter, and poet.
Jamila Massey
Pakistani actress, director and producer

Nicknames

Jami Mila

Spelling Variations

Jamillah Jameela

Similar Names

Aaliyah Amira Sana Nadia

Personality Traits

CharmingGracefulKindCompassionate

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