Jamilah
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Jamilah
The given name 'Jamilah' means 'beautiful' or 'lovely' and is derived from the Arabic word 'jamal', which is also the source of the name Jamal.
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Etymology
The given name 'Jamilah' means 'beautiful' or 'lovely' and is derived from the Arabic word 'jamal', which is also the source of the name Jamal. Jamilah is commonly used in Islamic cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries, and has been used historically in various forms across different cultures, including in African American and Afro-Caribbean communities.
Jamilah currently ranks #3,543 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1977.
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