Jamar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jamar is an Arabic name meaning 'stones' or 'pebbles'. It has evolved from the Arabic 'jamār' to its modern form. The name reflects strength and individuality. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Jamar gained popularity in the 20th century, especially among African Americans. Common variants include Jamaur and Jamarcus.
The name Jamar 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 Northeast 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, Jamar has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling 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, 'Jamar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 701st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 447th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 697th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1253rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14020th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13048th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Jamar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamar"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈmɑːr/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jamar is derived from the Arabic word 'jamār', which means 'stones' or 'pebbles', often associated with the act of throwing stones during the Hajj pilgrimage.
Meaning
Stones, pebbles
Language Evolution
Jamar (modern usage), Jamār (Arabic)
Historical Usage
Jamar gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as a unique and modern name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamaur, Jamarcus, Jamal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jamar is viewed as a strong and distinctive name, often associated with individuality and cultural pride.
Famous People
Jamar Chase - American football player, Jamar Tisby - Author and historian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamar"
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 "Jamar"
"Jamar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 701st of 10718 | 2,196 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 447th of 16616 | 7,143 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 697th of 24088 | 4,729 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1253rd of 23106 | 1,824 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14020th of 19264 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13048th of 27321 | 56 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamar" 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) |
22.81% 670th/2937 |
11.94% 416th/3483 |
20.64% 726th/3518 |
20.45% 827th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.89% 438th/3685 |
7.08% 317th/4475 |
7.39% 384th/5194 |
11.64% 735th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.54% 666th/4582 |
11.37% 587th/5164 |
8.40% 614th/7313 |
17.66% 1318th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.41% 1132nd/3984 |
24.92% 1118th/4487 |
15.57% 1062nd/6822 |
36.54% 2293rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamar" 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 "Jamar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamar" 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.