Jama

Q: What is the origin of Jama?

Jama is of Arabic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Jama?

According to the latest SSA data, Jama is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Jama a boy name?

Jama is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Gathering; Congregation"

Jama occurs in Arabic-influenced regions and often indexes communal or congregational concepts in its semantic associations.

Themes:arabiccommunityregionalunisex

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Popularity History of Jama

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Jama did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Jama Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Jama.

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jamy

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jamay

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jamao

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jie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Jama

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jama mean?

Jama means "Gathering; Congregation". Jama occurs in Arabic-influenced regions and often indexes communal or congregational concepts in its semantic associati

What is the origin of Jama?

Jama is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Jama?

According to the latest SSA data, Jama is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Jama a boy name?

Jama is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Jama?

Popular nicknames for Jama include jama, jamy, jo, ja, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Jama?

There are many names similar to Jama in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic, African

Syllables2

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withJ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akeem Abdul Ahmir Amin Ammar

Sisters

Aniya Aida Anissa Ali Ayesha

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