Girl Name · English Origin
Kamilah
Kamilah — a girl name from the English tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Pure hearted", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Kamille is on your shortlist, Kamilah belongs in the same conversation.
Kamilah meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pure hearted
Origin: English naming roots help connect Kamilah to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Kamilah as K·A·M·I·L·A·H, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Kamilah is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Kamilah variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Kamilaha, Kamilahe, Kamilahy, Kamila.
- Nicknames: Kami and K.
- Middle names: Pair Kamilah with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Kamilah middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Kamille, Kamala, Kamal, Kamila, Kenley — full picks on the sibling names for Kamilah guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Kamilah? Browse our names like Kamilah 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 Kamilah
What does the name Kamilah mean?
Kamilah means "Pure hearted" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Kamilah?
Kamilah originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Kamilah?
Kamilah has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Kamilah a boy's or girl's name?
Kamilah is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Kamilah in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kamilah sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Kamilah?
Names that share Kamilah's sound and style include Kamille, Kamala, Kamal, Kamila, Kenley.
What middle names pair well with Kamilah?
Good middle-name fits for Kamilah pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Kamilah is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Kamilah is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Kamilah?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Kamilah share its rhythm without rhyming — Kamille, Kamala, Kamal all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.