Girl Name · Arabic Origin
Jamila
Considering Jamila? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Beautiful", rooted in Arabic naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Janella.
Jamila meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Beautiful
Origin: Arabic naming roots help connect Jamila to related Arabic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Jamila as J·A·M·I·L·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Jamila is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Jamila variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Jamilaa, Jamilae, Jamilay, Jamil.
- Nicknames: Jam and J.
- Middle names: Pair Jamila with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Jamila middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Janella, Jamaal, Jameel, Jamal, Jamel — full picks on the sibling names for Jamila guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Jamila? Browse our names like Jamila guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Jamila
What does the name Jamila mean?
Jamila means "Beautiful" and is of Arabic origin.
What is the origin of Jamila?
Jamila originates in Arabic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Jamila?
Jamila has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Jamila a boy's or girl's name?
Jamila is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Jamila in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Jamila sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Jamila?
Names that share Jamila's sound and style include Janella, Jamaal, Jameel, Jamal, Jamel.
What middle names pair well with Jamila?
Good middle-name fits for Jamila pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Jamila is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Jamila is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Jamila?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Jamila share its rhythm without rhyming — Janella, Jamaal, Jameel all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.