Jamya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jamya is a modern name with roots in names like Jamila and Jasmine, which mean beauty. Its evolution includes variations like Jamila and Jamey. The name has gained popularity in recent years, reflecting a trend towards unique naming. There is no biblical relevance associated with Jamya.
The name Jamya 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jamya 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, 'Jamya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14432nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 888th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2191st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jamya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamya"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæm.jə/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
Jamya is a contemporary name that may be derived from a combination of names like 'Jamila' or 'Jasmine,' which have roots in Arabic. It is often considered a modern variation of more traditional names.
Meaning
beauty
Language Evolution
Jamila, Jasmine, Jamey
Historical Usage
Jamya began to gain popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend toward unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamila, Jami, Jamey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jamya is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamya"
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 "Jamya"
"Jamya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14432nd of 27321 | 44 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 888th of 35406 | 4,482 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2191st of 30306 | 1,022 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamya" 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 "Jamya" 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) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.46% 846th/4582 |
30.54% 1577th/5164 |
7.56% 553rd/7313 |
51.27% 3826th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.17% 1680th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
23.61% 1611th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Jamya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamya" 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.