Jamela
Girl nameJamela has been given to 945 babies in the U.S. since 1957. It peaked in 1986. In 2025, about 1 in 229,610 girls was named Jamela.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
945
Peak year
1986 (35 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1957
10-year trend
▼ -12%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jamela — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jamela.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jamela?
Jamela has been given to 945 babies in the U.S. since 1957. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jamela peak?
Jamela peaked in 1986, when 35 babies were given the name.
Is Jamela a girl or boy name?
Jamela is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Jamela are girls).
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