Jamaal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jamaal originates from Arabic, meaning beauty or handsomeness. It has evolved into various forms, including Jamal. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the African American community. It is associated with positive traits, and has no biblical relevance. Notable people with this name include American football player Jamaal Charles and basketball player Jamaal Magloire.
The name Jamaal is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Jamaal has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jamaal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 560th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1377th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2563rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15970th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Jamaal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamaal"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈmɑːl/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jamaal comes from the Arabic word 'jamāl', which means 'beauty' or 'handsomeness'. It is often used to convey an appreciation for physical beauty as well as inner beauty.
Meaning
beauty, handsomeness
Language Evolution
Jamaal, Jamal
Historical Usage
The name Jamaal became more popular in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities in the United States, as part of a broader trend of embracing Arabic names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamal, Jamaal, Jamal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jamaal is perceived as a strong and appealing name that reflects cultural heritage. It is associated with positive traits such as charm and attractiveness.
Famous People
Jamaal Charles - American football player, Jamaal Magloire - Professional basketball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamaal"
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 "Jamaal"
"Jamaal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 873rd of 10718 | 1,383 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 560th of 16616 | 4,805 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1377th of 24088 | 1,716 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2563rd of 23106 | 612 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15970th of 27321 | 34 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamaal" 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) |
26.39% 775th/2937 |
18.23% 635th/3483 |
20.58% 724th/3518 |
22.58% 913th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.74% 617th/3685 |
10.39% 465th/4475 |
8.72% 453rd/5194 |
11.90% 752nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
35.40% 1622nd/4582 |
26.61% 1374th/5164 |
15.64% 1144th/7313 |
31.54% 2354th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
31.93% 2178th/6822 |
63.67% 3996th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamaal" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jamaal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamaal" 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.