Jamala
girl nameJamala entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #5427 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#5427
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7104 |
| 1980s | #9290 |
| 1990s | #13147 |
| 2000s | #15352 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jamala are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jamala alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jamala in 2025?
- Jamala is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Jamala most popular?
- Jamala peaked in 1979, reaching #5427 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jamala with classmates?
- Jamala will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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