Jamala
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Jamala first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 103 babies have been named Jamala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jamala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,726 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,726
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Jamala
Jamala is a girl name .
Jamala is currently ranked #61,726 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jamala include Jam, Jama, Jamay, Jamaie, Jay, Jaie, and Jamkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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