Yamileth
Yamileth is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Beautiful, graceful, or elegant.
Origin and history
Yamileth is a variant of the Arabic name Jamila, meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful', which gained popularity in Latin America before spreading to the United States. In recent years, it has maintained a steady presence as a modern feminine name in the U.S. It offers a distinct and melodious sound with rich linguistic roots.
Popularity in the United States
6,643 babies in the United States have been named Yamileth since 1880. It ranks #2073 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #906.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.5 %)
- TX (28.4 %)
- AZ (6.8 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
- GA (4.7 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 52 |
| 1990-2000 | 253 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,701 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,984 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,647 |
Nicknames
Yami
Fun facts
- Yamileth derives from the classical Arabic root J-M-L, which relates to beauty and grace.
- The spelling was adapted in Spanish-speaking regions by substituting the initial 'J' sound with 'Y' and adding a stylized suffix.