Yamile Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yamile is an Arabic name meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful', evolved from the name Jamila. It reflects positive traits of beauty and elegance. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, primarily within Arabic and Hispanic communities. It has variations such as Jamila and Yamila, and is currently viewed as a modern and appealing choice for parents.
The name Yamile is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Yamile 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, 'Yamile' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11599th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6587th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5988th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2902nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10643rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yamile' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yamile"
Pronunciation
/jɑːˈmiːleɪ/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Yamile is derived from the Arabic name 'جميلة' (Jamila), which means 'beautiful' or 'graceful'.
Meaning
beautiful, graceful
Language Evolution
جميلة (Jamila), Yamila, Yamile
Historical Usage
Yamile gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries and among communities with Hispanic or Latino heritage, in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamila, Yamila, Yamileth
Modern Popularity & Image
Yamile is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and grace, and is favored among parents looking for unique names.
Famous People
Yamileth Ramos, a notable athlete, Yamileth Rodriguez, a prominent artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yamile"
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 "Yamile"
"Yamile" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11599th of 12526 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6587th of 19264 | 109 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5988th of 27321 | 214 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2902nd of 35406 | 886 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10643rd of 30306 | 107 |
Regional Popularity of "Yamile" 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 "Yamile" 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) |
- | - |
71.92% 2530th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
52.83% 2744th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
62.29% 2854th/4582 |
55.42% 2862nd/5164 |
35.54% 2599th/7313 |
25.35% 1892nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
81.41% 5554th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yamile"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yamile" 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.