Jamar
Meaning of Jamar
Jamar is a male name with origins in Arabic. It is derived from the name Jamal, which means "beauty" or "handsome" in Arabic. The name Jamar has gained popularity in the United States, with consistent usage over the years. In terms of pronunciation, both American English and British English pronounce it as juh-MAR (/dʒuˌmɑr/). Some variations of this name include Jamal and Jamaar. Looking at data for newborns in the United States, Jamar has been consistently used since 1967, with its highest rank being 375 in 1988. It has remained relatively popular over the years, making it a unique and attractive choice for parents seeking an Arabic-inspired name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as juh-MAR (/dʒuˌmɑr/)
British English
- Pronunced as juh-MAR (/dʒuːˈmɑːr/)
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Notable People Named Jamar
| Jamar Smith is an American professional basketball player known for his career in the Italian Lega Basket Serie A, playing as a shooting guard. |
| Jamar Nicholas is an African American cartoonist, graphic novelist, and educator known for his original graphic novel, Leon: Protector of the Playground, and his adaptation of Fist, Stick, Knife, Gun, addressing topics like bullying and violence with positive portrayals of black individuals. |
| Jamar Johnson is an American football safety who played college football at Indiana and was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft. |
| Jamar Lascells Samuels is an American former professional basketball player known for his time with Maccabi Kiryat Motzkin and Kansas State University. |
| Jamar Howard is an American football wide receiver known for his career with the Jacksonville Sharks in the National Arena League. |
