Jamel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jamel originates from Arabic, meaning beauty or handsomeness. It has evolved from forms like Jamal and Jameel. The name is positively perceived in modern contexts and has been popular in multicultural societies, though it lacks biblical relevance.
The name Jamel is most popular in New York, 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, Jamel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female 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 female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jamel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4427th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 719th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 552nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 928th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1773rd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4818th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7211th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28780th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jamel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamel"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈmɛl/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jamel is derived from the Arabic word 'jamal', which means 'beauty' or 'handsomeness'. It is often used in various forms across different cultures with similar meanings.
Meaning
beauty, handsomeness
Language Evolution
Jamal, Jameel, Jamel
Historical Usage
The name Jamel has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities and in multicultural societies, where it symbolizes beauty and grace.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamil, Jameel, Jamal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jamel is viewed positively and is associated with charm and attractiveness. It is often chosen for its aesthetic appeal and cultural significance.
Famous People
Jamel Debbouze, a French-Moroccan actor and comedian, Jamel Herring, an American professional boxer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamel"
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 "Jamel"
"Jamel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4427th of 7552 | 51 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 719th of 10718 | 2,087 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 552nd of 16616 | 4,869 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 928th of 24088 | 3,105 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1773rd of 23106 | 1,066 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4818th of 19264 | 182 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7211th of 27321 | 163 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28780th of 35406 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamel" 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) |
26.25% 771st/2937 |
9.79% 341st/3483 |
28.65% 1008th/3518 |
31.80% 1286th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.23% 598th/3685 |
6.64% 297th/4475 |
11.28% 586th/5194 |
17.14% 1083rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.78% 952nd/4582 |
12.08% 624th/5164 |
11.23% 821st/7313 |
26.81% 2001st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.67% 1700th/3984 |
30.24% 1357th/4487 |
23.94% 1633rd/6822 |
58.49% 3671st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamel" 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) |
- |
66.15% 2304th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jamel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamel" 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.