Jamaria
Meaning of Jamaria
Jamaria unfurls like a vibrant tapestry threaded with Latin warmth, a modern American blend that marries the affectionate “Ja-” prefix—popular in African-American naming traditions—with the timeless elegance of María. Embraced by families craving a name as bold as a salsa beat, as tender as a moonlit serenade, and with a dash of spice that even abuela would envy, Jamaria conjures images of sun-kissed plazas and laughter dancing on warm evening breezes. Rare yet resilient, it’s fluttered in and out of the US Top 1,000 since the late 1980s—peaking at 85 newborns in 2006—before gracefully settling around two dozen little stars each year, including 16 radiant arrivals in 2024. Pronounced juh-MAHR-ee-uh, Jamaria is more than a name; it’s a three-syllable fiesta promising a life of color, rhythm, and infinite joy.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as juh-MAHR-ee-uh (/dʒəˈmarijə/)
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