Jamala
Girl nameJamala has been given to 103 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It peaked in 1979.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
103
Peak year
1979 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1972
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jamala — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jamala.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jamala?
Jamala has been given to 103 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jamala peak?
Jamala peaked in 1979, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Jamala a girl or boy name?
Jamala is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Jamala are girls).
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