Jamilah
jah-MEE-lah
The Story of Jamilah
This Arabic name, meaning 'graceful,' feels like a whispered blessing from the desert sands, meant for your daughter.
Jamilah is a feminine given name from Arabic, derived from the root word 'jamal' meaning 'beauty.' It carries connotations of grace, elegance, and loveliness. The name has a long history within Arabic-speaking cultures and has traveled across continents through migration and cultural exchange, cherished for its beautiful sound and meaning.
When you first speak the name Jamilah, it flows like a gentle melody, carrying an inherent grace. It conjures images of composure and quiet radiance. This is a name for your daughter that speaks of a compassionate heart and an intuitive understanding, a presence that softens any room.
What It Means
“Arabic name meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful'.”
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Numerology
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Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#79 in 1977
Total Births
2,629
First Recorded
1965
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