Jamiyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jamiyah originates from Arabic, meaning 'gathering' or 'uniting'. It has evolved through various forms and is often used in Muslim communities. Jamiyah embodies traits of community and harmony, while it does not have a biblical background. It has gained popularity in recent decades.
The name Jamiyah 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jamiyah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Jamiyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20974th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1531st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1728th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jamiyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamiyah"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈmiːjə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jamiyah is derived from the Arabic root 'jam', meaning 'to gather' or 'to unite'. It is often associated with qualities of unity and harmony.
Meaning
gathering, uniting
Language Evolution
Jamiya, Jamiyah, Jameah
Historical Usage
The name began to gain popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Muslim communities in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamia, Jamiyah, Jameah
Modern Popularity & Image
Jamiyah is perceived positively, often associated with cultural richness and the values of community and togetherness.
Famous People
Jamiyah Johnson (fictional character), Jamiyah Ali (social advocate)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamiyah"
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 "Jamiyah"
"Jamiyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20974th of 27321 | 15 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1531st of 35406 | 2,179 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1728th of 30306 | 1,483 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamiyah" 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 "Jamiyah" 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) |
30.71% 1407th/4582 |
38.54% 1990th/5164 |
12.76% 933rd/7313 |
65.34% 4876th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.72% 1423rd/3984 |
52.80% 2369th/4487 |
17.96% 1225th/6822 |
69.36% 4353rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jamiyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamiyah" 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.