What is the origin of the name Jamyla?

Jamyla is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Jamyla?

Jamyla is currently ranked #6010 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Jamyla?

Jamyla is pronounced juh-MY-luh.

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GirlArabic

Jamyla

juh-MY-luh

Popularity

#6010

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

714

Peak Year

#43 in 2011

First Recorded

1986

Style

Modern & Trendy, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Likely a modern invented name, possibly combining elements of 'Jamie' and 'Amelia', or influenced by Arabic 'Jamila' (beautiful).

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Numerology

The Adventurer

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

Nicknames

Jam Myla Mia

Spelling Variations

Jamilla Jamila Jamylla

Similar Names

Jasmine Jamison Amara Kamila

Personality Traits

EmpatheticCharmingCreativeOptimistic

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