Jamilah

Meaning of Jamilah

Jamilah is a beautiful name for a baby girl with origins in Arabic. It is pronounced as "juh-MEE-luh" in American English and "jah-mee-LAH" in Arabic. The British English pronunciation is the same as the American English pronunciation. Variations of this name include Jamilla and Jamila.

Looking at the data for newborns in the United States, we can see that Jamilah has been consistently used over the years, although its popularity has fluctuated. In recent years, it has ranked around 2500-4000 in terms of occurrences. However, it's worth noting that popularity can vary by region and may change over time.

Jamilah carries a sense of grace and elegance. It has historical associations with strong women who have made significant contributions to society. Choosing Jamilah as a name for your baby girl not only connects her to a rich cultural heritage but also gives her a unique and meaningful identity.

Pronunciation

Arabic

  • Pronunced as jah-mee-LAH (/dʒa.miː.laː/)

British English

  • Pronunced as juh-MEE-luh (/dʒuˈmi:lə/)

American English

  • Pronunced as juh-MEE-luh (/dʒuˈmiːlə/)

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Notable People Named Jamilah

Jamilah Sabur is a Jamaican-born contemporary artist based in Miami, Florida, known for her work across various disciplines addressing issues of performance, installation, video, geography, identity, and language.
Jamilah Nasheed is an American politician from Missouri, known for her service in the Missouri Senate and House of Representatives as a member of the Democratic Party.
Jamilah Lemieux is an American writer, cultural critic, and editor known for her blog The Beautiful Struggler, and she currently writes a parenting column for Slate and co-hosts the podcast Mom & Dad Are Fighting.
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