Jamika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jamika is an American name that combines elements from 'Jamie' and 'Tamika', suggesting beauty and a connection to Jamaica. The name has evolved from these historical forms and reflects modern cultural influences. It does not have biblical roots, and it became popular in the late 20th century, representing creativity and individuality.
The name Jamika is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Jamika has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jamika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3717th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2086th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9547th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jamika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamika"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈmiːkə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Jamika is a modern name derived from the combination of the names 'Jamie' and 'Tamika'.
Meaning
The name Jamika is often associated with 'one who is from Jamaica' or 'a person of beauty'.
Language Evolution
Jamie, Tamika, Jamika
Historical Usage
Jamika gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities, as part of a trend of unique and culturally resonant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamie, Tamika, Jami
Modern Popularity & Image
Jamika is perceived as a modern and vibrant name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
Famous People
Jamika B. Johnson, an influential artist, Jamika Smith, a well-known activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamika"
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 "Jamika"
"Jamika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3717th of 19264 | 273 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2086th of 27321 | 936 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9547th of 35406 | 170 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamika" 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 "Jamika" 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) |
79.43% 2333rd/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
78.14% 2749th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.56% 1900th/3685 |
69.43% 3107th/4475 |
36.08% 1874th/5194 |
57.84% 3654th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jamika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamika" 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.