Pamila

“A variant of Pamela, meaning 'all honey'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1243US 2023

957Births / yr

→Stable

755All-time births

📅 Since 194100

How to pronounce Pamila

PAM·EE·luh

/ˈpæm.ˈiː.lə/ · stress on PAM · 3 syllables

“A variant of Pamela, meaning 'all honey'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Pamila mean and where does it come from?

Pamila is a variant spelling of Pamela, which became popular in the 20th century. The name was popularized in English literature by Sir Philip Sidney in his poem 'The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia' (1590). Although it is more commonly found as Pamela, the spelling Pamila offers a unique twist while

Cultural significance

Pamila has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of pamela, meaning 'all honey'..

Peak popularity

Reached #1760 in 1950 — currently #1243 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Pamila?

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

Pamila Grace

How popular is Pamila right now?

Holding steady — currently #1243 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1945–2023#1243 · Top 0.92%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1243	957	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1248	937	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1253	907	▲ up 8133 · +15017% births
1980	#9386	6	▼ down 5251 · -57% births
1970	#4135	14	▼ down 1815 · -48% births
1965	#2320	27	▼ down 310 · -18% births
1960	#2010	33	▼ down 114 · +3% births
1955	#1896	32	▼ down 136 · +7% births
1950	#1760	30	▲ up 2688 · +400% births
1945	#4448	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Pamila

Best Year2023Rank #1243

Peak Count957

Average Rank#2970

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1945 - 202310 years

The story of Pamila

Pamila entered American naming records in 1941 and has been in use for over 83 years. With 755 total births recorded, Pamila remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4448 in 1945 to #1243 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Pamila in 1950:

Linda Mary Patricia Barbara Susan

Pamila by decade

Pamila peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	114
1950s ★	315
1960s	237
1970s	72
1980s	17

💎Pamila has only 755 total recorded births since 1941 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Pamila?

ENGLISH

Pam

ENGLISH

Permelia

What names sound and feel like Pamila?

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

Pamula

American · a variation of

Pamla

American · Pamela's variant form,

Camila

Spain · young ceremonial attendant

Arabic · beautiful, graceful

How is Pamila written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Pamila

What does the name Pamila mean?

Pamila means "A variant of Pamela, meaning 'all honey'." — 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 Pamila?

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

What is the cultural origin of Pamila?

Pamila 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 Pamila?

Pamila is a three-syllable name pronounced P AE1 M IY1 L 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 Pamila?

Pamila 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.