"moon-like, variant of Jamar"
Origin: African American
Language: English
Jamarion
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Meaning & Origin
"possibly from Arabic qamar (moon)"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Jamarion
Jamarion is a modern African American name that combines Jamar with the popular '-ion' suffix. Jamar itself may derive from the Arabic 'Qamar' meaning 'moon,' brought to African American naming through Islamic influence, or it may be an independent invented name. The '-ion' suffix adds a distinctive, elongated quality popular in Black naming traditions of the late 20th century.
Jamarion peaked in the 1990s-2000s as part of the -ion suffix trend in African American communities that produced names like Damion, Davion, Kavion, and Tavion. Usage has declined since then as naming trends shifted toward shorter names.
Reflects the African American tradition of creating distinctive, original names that express cultural identity and individuality. The -ion ending gives the name an almost classical, Latinate feel while remaining distinctly American.
Historical Record
Jamarion first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 7,539 babies have been named Jamarion in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jamarion is past its peak , currently ranked #1,663 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The -ion suffix trend peaked in the 1990s and produced hundreds of distinctive African American names
- Jamarion has 4 syllables, giving it a musical, rhythmic quality prized in many naming traditions
Jamarion in Other Languages
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Jamarion
Popularity Over Time
#1,663
Current Rank
Peaked 2005
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Jamarion Robinson
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1994
American football safety who played college ball at Florida State and was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #1,663
- Total SSA Count
- 101
- Cultural Origins
- African American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jay
Mari
JJ
Jami
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jamarion
What does the name Jamarion mean?
"moon-like, variant of Jamar" (from African American). "possibly from Arabic qamar (moon)" (from Arabic). Jamarion is a modern African American name that combines Jamar with the popular '-ion' suffix. Jamar itself may derive from the Arabic 'Qamar' meaning 'moon,' brought to African American naming through Islamic influence, or it may be an independent invented name. The '-ion' suffix adds a distinctive, elongated quality popular in Black naming traditions of the late 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Jamarion?
Jamarion has African American and Arabic origins. In African American, it means "moon-like, variant of Jamar". In Arabic, it means "possibly from Arabic qamar (moon)".
Is Jamarion a boy or girl name?
Jamarion is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jamarion?
Jamarion is currently ranked #1663 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jamarion?
Common nicknames for Jamarion include Jay, Mari, and Jami.
What are good middle names for Jamarion?
Popular middle name pairings include Jamarion Lee, Jamarion James, Jamarion Isaiah, Jamarion Elijah, Jamarion Marcus, and Jamarion Devon.
What are good sibling names for Jamarion?
Names that pair well with Jamarion as siblings include Javion, Damari, Nasir, Imani, Amara, and Jaylah.
How many syllables does Jamarion have?
Jamarion has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jamarion a common or rare name?
Jamarion is an uncommon name, ranked #1663 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jamarion
Jamarion is a boy name with African American origins . The name means "moon-like, variant of Jamar" in African American .
Jamarion is currently ranked #1,663 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jamarion has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jamarion include Jay, Mari, JJ, and Jami. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jamarion include Jamari, Jamal, Jamar, Jamarcus, Jamaal . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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