Jamara

“Beauty, intelligence” — Symbolizes beaut

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 5% boys♀ 95% girls

#1947US 2023

253Births / yr

→Stable

947All-time births

📅 Since 196600

How to pronounce Jamara

JAM·AR·uh

/ˈdʒæm.ˈær.ə/ · stress on JAM · 3 syllables

“Beauty, intelligence”

Symbolizes beaut · American origin

What does Jamara mean and where does it come from?

Jamara is a contemporary and unique name primarily found in the United States. It is thought to be a modern invention, possibly a blend of names like 'Jasmine' and 'Tamara', both of which carry beautiful meanings. While Jamara is not historically grounded in a specific etymology, it symbolizes beaut

Cultural significance

Jamara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beauty, intelligence.

Peak popularity

Reached #3340 in 1994 — currently #1947 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jamara?

Jamara works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jamara Grace

How popular is Jamara right now?

Holding steady — currently #1947 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1947 · Top 1.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1947	253	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2022	#1952	233	▲ up 5 · +15% births
2021	#1957	203	▲ up 10345 · +2800% births
2020	#12302	7	▼ down 240 · -12% births
2015	#12062	8	▼ down 4467 · -50% births
2010	#7595	16	▼ down 2434 · -36% births
2005	#5161	25	▼ down 582 · -4% births
2000	#4579	26	▼ down 657 · -4% births
1995	#3922	27	▼ down 55
1990	#3867	27	▲ up 1668 · +108% births
1985	#5535	13	▼ down 629 · -13% births
1980	#4906	15	▲ up 173 · +25% births
1975	#5079	12	▲ up 3750 · +140% births
1970	#8829	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jamara

Best Year2023Rank #1947

Peak Count253

Average Rank#5692

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202314 years

The story of Jamara

Jamara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 947 total births recorded, Jamara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8829 in 1970 to #1947 in 2023. Jamara is used for both genders: 95% female and 5% male.

Names that peaked alongside Jamara in 1994:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

Jamara by decade

Jamara peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	77
1980s	179
1990s ★	304
2000s	266
2010s	109
2020s	7

💎Jamara has only 947 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jamara?

Common

JamJamieJamyAra

What names sound and feel like Jamara?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jamara also consider these

Jamayra

American · a variation of

Jamarra

American · From a place

Jakara

American · A variant of

Jamora

American · often seen as

Arabic · to be fulfilled

Jatara

India · Victory

Common questions about the name Jamara

What does the name Jamara mean?

Jamara means "Beauty, intelligence" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jamara?

Jamara is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jamara?

Jamara originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Jamara?

Jamara is a three-syllable name pronounced JH AE1 M AE1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Jamara?

Jamara pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.