Jamil
Jamil is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Beautiful, handsome, or graceful.
Origin and history
Jamil is a traditional masculine name of Arabic origin meaning beautiful or handsome. It has been used steadily in the United States since the late 20th century, offering a classic cultural option with clear pronunciation. The name remains moderate and consistent in U.S. usage charts.
Popularity in the United States
7,481 babies in the United States have been named Jamil since 1880. It ranks #1397 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1540.
States where it is most popular
- NJ (13.6 %)
- NY (13.5 %)
- CA (12.8 %)
- PA (12 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 25 |
| 1960-1970 | 162 |
| 1970-1980 | 975 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,467 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,735 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,665 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,054 |
| 2020-2029 | 388 |
Famous people named Jamil
- Jamil Walker Smith: Actor, Director
- Jamil Smith: Journalist, Essayist
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Arabic root j-m-l, which relates to concepts of beauty, elegance, and good deeds.
- Jamil is the masculine counterpart to the widely popular Arabic feminine name Jamila.