What is the origin of the name Jamillah?

Jamillah is a name of Arabic origin.

How do you pronounce Jamillah?

Jamillah is pronounced jah-MEE-lah.

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GirlArabic

Jamillah

jah-MEE-lah

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

1,048

Peak Year

#60 in 1975

First Recorded

1969

Style

Soft & Gentle, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Arabic name meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful'. Often given to girls as a symbol of elegance and charm.

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Jami Milla Millie

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Nicknames

Jami Milla Millie

Spelling Variations

Jamila Jameelah Jemila

Similar Names

Samira Aaliyah Layla Yasmin

Personality Traits

ElegantCharmingGracefulArtistic

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