Jamiah
Jamiah is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Daughter of Yahweh or modern rhythmic creation.
Origin and history
Jamiah is a modern invented name that emerged in the United States in the late 20th century. It likely developed as a variant of names like Jeremiah or Jamia, blending rhythmic sounds popular in contemporary naming trends. It is relatively uncommon in the U.S., given to a modest number of female infants each year.
Popularity in the United States
2,460 babies in the United States have been named Jamiah since 1880. It ranks #3562 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1869.
States where it is most popular
- FL (16.7 %)
- GA (14.6 %)
- TX (9 %)
- IL (8.7 %)
- AL (8.1 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 230 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,227 |
| 2010-2019 | 765 |
| 2020-2029 | 232 |
Fun facts
- Jamiah reflects a late 20th-century American trend of combining classic linguistic elements to create fresh, melodic names.
- Over 2,400 girls have been named Jamiah in the United States since 1880, maintaining a steady, low-key presence.