Jama
Meaning of Jama
Jama is a unisex name that originates from the English language. The name is pronounced as JAH-muh (/ˈdʒɑmə/). It is also associated with the country Jamaica. In terms of popularity in the United States, Jama has been given to newborns since at least 1918, with varying levels of frequency. Although it has not consistently ranked highly, it remains a unique and versatile choice for parents looking for a name that stands out.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JAH-muh (/ˈdʒɑmə/)
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Notable People Named Jama
| Jama Williamson is an American actress known for her work in New York City theater and her role in the Off Broadway musical adaptation of Debbie Does Dallas. |
| Jama Musse Jama is a prominent Somali ethnomathematician and author known for his research on traditional Somali board games like Shax. |
| Jama Mahlalela is a Swazi-Canadian basketball coach, known for his role as an assistant coach for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. |
| King Jama kaNdaba, the Zulu Kingdom ruler from 1763 to 1781, is known for allegedly prophesying the birth of King Shaka and being the son of Ndaba kaMageba and grandson of King Mageba kaGumede. |
| Jama Ahmed Mohamed is a Somali politician serving as the Minister of Energy and Water of Somalia since January 17, 2014. |
