Jamarius
Jamarius is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix Ja- and Marius, which means 'dedicated to Mars' or 'male'.
Origin and history
Jamarius is a modern African American blend, combining the popular prefix 'Ja-' with the classical Latin-derived name Marius. It emerged in the late 20th century in the United States as part of a creative naming trend. In recent years, it remains a relatively rare name, chosen for a small number of boys annually.
Popularity in the United States
1,822 babies in the United States have been named Jamarius since 1880. It ranks #3002 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1809.
States where it is most popular
- MS (21.6 %)
- GA (13.8 %)
- AL (13.7 %)
- TN (11.3 %)
- FL (10.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 68 |
| 1990-2000 | 474 |
| 2000-2010 | 804 |
| 2010-2019 | 358 |
| 2020-2029 | 118 |
Nicknames
Jay, Mari
Fun facts
- Jamarius blends contemporary naming patterns with the ancient Roman name Marius.
- Over 1,800 boys have received the name Jamarius in the United States since 1880.