Jamea

“Jamea is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States and among Arabic-speaking communities”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11536US 2021

8Births / yr

↑Rising

477All-time births

📅 Since 197100

What does Jamea mean and where does it come from?

Jamea is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States and among Arabic-speaking communities. It is often considered a feminine variation of the name Jamal, which means beauty in Arabic. The name is occasionally used in various cultures and can be sometimes spelled as Jamia. Its usag

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #4438 in 1997 — currently #11536 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jamea?

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

Jamea Grace

How popular is Jamea right now?

Rising fast — up 3912 spots — currently #11536 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2021#11536 · Top 8.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#11536	8	▲ up 3912 · +60% births
2020	#15448	5	▼ down 5479 · -55% births
2010	#9969	11	▼ down 312
2005	#9657	11	▼ down 3603 · -39% births
2000	#6054	18	▲ up 767 · +38% births
1995	#6821	13	▲ up 782 · +18% births
1990	#7603	11	▲ up 1123 · +57% births
1980	#8726	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jamea

Best Year2000Rank #6054

Peak Count18

Average Rank#9477

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 20218 years

The story of Jamea

Jamea is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 477 total births recorded, Jamea remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8726 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11536 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Jamea in 1997:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Hannah

Jamea by decade

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

Decade	Births
1970s	25
1980s	49
1990s	136
2000s ★	190
2010s	72
2020s	5

💎Jamea has only 477 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jamea?

Common

JamJamieJamy

What names sound and feel like Jamea?

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

Jalea

American · A creative adaptation

Jameah

American · A beloved name

Jakea

American · Hebrew

Camea

American · American English

Jamera

American · English

Jameya

American · Supplanter

Jaea

American · English

Janea

English · God is gracious

Common questions about the name Jamea

What does the name Jamea mean?

Jamea means "Arabic" — 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 Jamea?

Jamea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jamea have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jamea?

Jamea 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.

Is Jamea trending right now?

Jamea is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Jamea a common or rare name?

Jamea is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.