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Jamaica

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Land of Wood and Water"

Jamaica is a place-derived name taken from the Caribbean island, with Taíno-origin interpretations commonly cited for its meaning.

Themes:placecaribbeantoponymmodern
NatureNaturalUniqueRare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Jamaica

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#16233Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#16233

Jamaica was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-73

lower than 2023

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

Jamaica Nicknames

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

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Baby Name Lists That Include Jamaica

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Jamaica, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jamaica mean?
Jamaica means "Land of Wood and Water". Jamaica is a place-derived name taken from the Caribbean island, with Taíno-origin interpretations commonly cited for it
What is the origin of Jamaica?
Jamaica is of Taíno origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Jamaica?
According to the latest SSA data, Jamaica is currently ranked #16233 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 Jamaica a girl name?
Jamaica is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Jamaica?
Popular nicknames for Jamaica include Jamie, Jama, jamy, jama, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Jamaica?
There are many names similar to Jamaica in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginTaíno, English
Syllables3
Length7 letters
US Rank#16233
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withJ

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Jamaica

Jamaica has Taíno roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Taíno baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Jamaica appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Nature and Names That Mean Ocean for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Names That Mean Water for Boys and Girls and Earth-Inspired Nature Names.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Jamaica pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Jamaica beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.