How Many People Are Named Jamel?
Complete statistics for the name Jamel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Jamel, a very rare male name, is held by just 1 in 29,884 Americans today, making it truly unique. With around 11,043 people named Jamel living in the US, this name peaked in popularity back in 1988.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life-path number 5 are known for their adaptability and versatility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 33All 11,545 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1988Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Jamel Through the Generations
Jamel, a name that's been on a steady decline since its peak in 1988 with 373 births, now stands out as a choice for a younger generation. The majority of those named Jamel, around 63%, fall within the 30-60 age range, indicating a modern twist on a classic sound. As of now, only 36% of people named Jamel are under 30, suggesting that while it's still a popular pick among parents, it's not quite reaching the same heights as it did decades ago.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Jamel's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Jamel
How Many People Have the Name Jamel?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 177 people in the United States currently share the name Jamel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,872,595 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Jamel a Common or Rare Name?
Jamel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Jamel Mean?
Jamel means "modern American coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Jamel in SSA data, approximately 97% are male and 3% are female.
When Was Jamel Most Popular?
The name Jamel reached peak popularity in 1988, with 373 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Jamel?
Approximately 177 people named Jamel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 177. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,872,595 Americans.
Is Jamel a rare name?
Jamel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,872,595 Americans has this name.
What does the name Jamel mean?
Jamel means "modern American coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Jamel more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 97% of people named Jamel are male and 3% are female.
When was Jamel most popular?
Jamel peaked in 1988 with 373 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.