Jakiyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jakiyah is an Arabic name meaning 'intelligent' or 'wise.' It has evolved from the original form 'Jakiya' and reflects positive traits. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American culture. It has a modern and unique perception today.
The name Jakiyah is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jakiyah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Jakiyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2782nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3620th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jakiyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jakiyah"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈkiːə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Jakiyah is derived from the Arabic name 'Jakiya,' which means 'intelligent' or 'wise.' The name reflects positive attributes of intelligence and wisdom.
Meaning
intelligent, wise
Language Evolution
Jakiya, Jakiyah
Historical Usage
The name Jakiyah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as part of a trend of unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jakiya, Kiya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jakiyah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jakiyah Wright, an accomplished artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jakiyah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jakiyah"
"Jakiyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2782nd of 35406 | 936 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3620th of 30306 | 517 |
Regional Popularity of "Jakiyah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jakiyah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.55% 2820th/4582 |
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22.69% 1659th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.61% 3052nd/3984 |
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41.94% 2861st/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Jakiyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jakiyah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.