What is the origin of the name Yamila?

Yamila is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Yamila?

Yamila is currently ranked #3563 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Yamila?

Yamila is pronounced yah-MEE-lah.

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GirlArabic

Yamila

yah-MEE-lah

Popularity

#3563

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

1,183

Peak Year

#133 in 2017

First Recorded

1975

Style

Modern & Trendy, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Potentially of Arabic or Hebrew origin, sometimes associated with "beautiful" or "graceful."

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Yami Mila

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Yami Mila

Similar Names

Samira Layla Amira Zara

Personality Traits

GracefulCharmingKindArtistic

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