How Many People Are Named Jamia?

Complete statistics for the name Jamia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Jamia
Very Rare
Arabic

Jamia means 'university' in Arabic, making it a name rich with educational aspirations. Only 1 in 75,071 Americans are named Jamia, highlighting its very rare status among female names. The majority, 73%, are under 30, cementing its place as a genuinely modern choice.

~4,396
Living in US
1 in 75,071
Americans
2003
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
University
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Ambitious Intelligent Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,396
Worldwide Bearers
#35,282
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
233
🇹🇿 Tanzania
222
🇮🇶 Iraq
130
🇲🇾 Malaysia
117
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
102
🇵🇭 Philippines
102
🇰🇼 Kuwait
95
🇸🇩 Sudan
49
🇿🇦 South Africa
32
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
30

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
6 (0%)
♀ Female
4,390 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 24
3,257
Would be under 30 (73%)
1,165
Would be 30–60 (26%)
43
Would be over 60 (1%)

All 4,465 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: 2003

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
95
Classic Feel
28
Modern Appeal
92
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Jamia Through the Generations

Since its peak in 2003 with 227 births, Jamia has seen a steady decline, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name. With 4,396 people named Jamia estimated to be alive today, the name's distribution skews young, with 3,257 under 30 years old. This youthful demographic suggests that Jamia remains popular among parents seeking a contemporary name for their daughters.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 294
Georgia 278
Texas 274
Florida 265
Alabama 153
Mississippi 149
North Carolina 149
Maryland 120
Tennessee 115
Virginia 114

✨ Similar Names to Jamia

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Jamia's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Jamia

How Many People Have the Name Jamia?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,396 people in the United States currently share the name Jamia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 75,071 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Jamia a Common or Rare Name?

Jamia 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 Jamia Mean?

Jamia means "university" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Jamia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Jamia Most Popular?

The name Jamia reached peak popularity in 2003, with 227 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 Jamia?

Approximately 4,396 people named Jamia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,465. That works out to roughly 1 in 75,071 Americans.

Is Jamia a rare name?

Jamia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 75,071 Americans has this name.

What does the name Jamia mean?

Jamia means "university" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Jamia more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Jamia are male and 100% are female.

When was Jamia most popular?

Jamia peaked in 2003 with 227 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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US4,396
All-Time Births4,465
1 in X1 in 75,071
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age24
Peak Year2003
World Rank#35,282
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.