Jamani

Q: What is the origin of Jamani?

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

Q: Is Jamani a girl name?

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

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Beauty; Precious"

Often associated with African and Arabic-influenced usage, it is commonly interpreted with senses of beauty or value.

Themes:africanbeautymodernswahili

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Popularity History of Jamani

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10584Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

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Jamani 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

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jamani mean?

Jamani means "Beauty; Precious". Often associated with African and Arabic-influenced usage, it is commonly interpreted with senses of beauty or value.

What is the origin of Jamani?

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

How popular is the name Jamani?

According to the latest SSA data, Jamani is currently ranked #10584 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 Jamani a girl name?

Jamani 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 Jamani?

Common nicknames can be formed by shortening or modifying the name. Check the Nicknames section above for specific suggestions.

What names are similar to Jamani?

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

Quick Facts

OriginSwahili, Arabic

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#10584

Trend→ Stable

Starts withJ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akili Asani Ajamu Bakari Damani

Sisters

Asani Akili Azani Bibi Bahati

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