Jamaica

Meaning of Jamaica

Jamaica sparkles like a sunlit melody on the tongue, whisking little ones straight into a Caribbean fiesta of warmth and color. This vibrant name hails from the indigenous Arawakan word Xaymaca—“Land of Wood and Water”—and carries the lush promise of tropical rainforests, hidden springs, and ocean breezes. With just a handful of newborns in the U.S. each year, it’s a rare gem that glimmers at the edge of the top-1000, perfect for parents craving something with irresistible sabor and soul. Pronounced juh-MAY-kuh, it rolls off the lips in three playful syllables, like the beat of steel drums or a burst of laughter on a warm island night. More than a name, Jamaica is an invitation to dance through life with bold rhythms and sun-kissed dreams—an instant passport to joie de vivre for any little girl lucky enough to carry it.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as juh-MAY-kuh (/dʒəˈmeɪkə/)

• Jamia
• Jamila
• Jameka
• Jamina