Jama Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jama is of Arabic origin, meaning 'gathering' or 'unity'. It has evolved from its Arabic roots, with historical forms like Jamah. The name embodies traits of togetherness and strength, and while it has no biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in diverse communities. Variants include Jame and Jamal, contributing to its modern appeal.
The name Jama is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Jama 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, 'Jama' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8553rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12120th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7503rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4711th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1972nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2154th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5726th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18400th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jama' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jama"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɑːmə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jama is derived from the Arabic word 'jama' which means 'to gather' or 'to collect'. It is often associated with the concept of unity or coming together.
Meaning
gathering, unity
Language Evolution
Jama (Arabic), Jamah (Old Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Jama has been used in various cultures, particularly in Middle Eastern and African communities, gaining popularity in the late 20th century as more people embraced names with cultural significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Jame, Jamai, Jamal
Modern Popularity & Image
Jama is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and community.
Famous People
Jamaal Magloire - Former professional basketball player, Jama P. - Notable musician
📊 Jama Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 54 peak births in 1961
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Indiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jama"
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 "Jama"
"Jama" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8553rd of 10718 | 14 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14707th of 24088 | 33 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12120th of 23106 | 49 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7503rd of 9107 | 12 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4711th of 9204 | 64 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1972nd of 12526 | 579 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2154th of 19264 | 620 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5726th of 27321 | 228 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18400th of 35406 | 49 |
Regional Popularity of "Jama" 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 "Jama" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.80% 1109th/2227 |
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59.94% 1710th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.11% 1266th/2937 |
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46.56% 1638th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
62.99% 2321st/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jama"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jama" 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.