"princess of beauty (compound interpretation)"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Jamira
Jamira is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "princess of beauty (compound interpretation)." Ranked #5,974 in the US, popular nicknames include Jami and Mira.
A lyrical Arabic name celebrating beauty
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The Story of Jamira
Jamira is a feminine name of Arabic origin, likely derived from the root j-m-r or related to the Arabic word jamil, meaning beautiful or handsome. It may also be a variant of Jamila (meaning beautiful in Arabic) or a creative feminine form combining elements of Jamal (beauty) with a -ira suffix found in names like Amira and Samira. The name carries the warmth and aesthetic tradition of Arabic beauty-related names.
Jamira has gained recognition particularly in North Africa, East Africa, and among Muslim communities in the United States. It sits within a cluster of melodic Arabic names with the -ira suffix (Amira, Samira, Tamira) that have found favor among families wanting names that feel both culturally rooted and globally accessible.
Beauty names (from the root j-m-l) hold a special place in Arabic naming tradition. Names like Jamil, Jamila, and Jamal celebrate the concept of outer and inner beauty. Jamira fits this tradition while offering a distinctive sound through its -ira ending.
Historical Record
Jamira first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 1,209 babies have been named Jamira in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jamira is past its peak , currently ranked #5,974 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Arabic root j-m-l (beauty) gives us names like Jamil, Jamila, Jamal, and Jamira
- The -ira ending is shared with popular Arabic names Amira (princess) and Samira (entertainer)
- Names celebrating beauty are among the most common in Arabic naming tradition across all Muslim cultures
Jamira in Other Languages
Urdu
جمیرہ
Arabic
جميرة
French
Jamira
Swahili
Jamira
Turkish
Cemira
Popularity Over Time
#5,974
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
Peaked 2006
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jamira
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Jamira Burley
Activist
1993
American youth organizer and activist who served as a gun violence prevention advocate, one of the prominent bearers of ...
American youth organizer and activist who served as a gun violence prevention advocate, one of the prominent bearers of this name in the US
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Jamila Jamil
Actor
1986
British actress, presenter and activist known for The Good Place, sharing the beautiful Arabic root j-m-l with Jamira
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,974
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic North African East African
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jami
Mira
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Classic pairing, Arabic heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Jamira
6 name pairings with syllable flow tips
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jamira
What does the name Jamira mean?
"princess of beauty (compound interpretation)" (from Arabic). Jamira is a feminine name of Arabic origin, likely derived from the root j-m-r or related to the Arabic word jamil, meaning beautiful or handsome. It may also be a variant of Jamila (meaning beautiful in Arabic) or a creative feminine form combining elements of Jamal (beauty) with a -ira suffix found in names like Amira and Samira. The name carries the warmth and aesthetic tradition of Arabic beauty-related names.
What is the origin of the name Jamira?
Jamira has Arabic, Islamic, North African, and East African origins. In Arabic, it means "princess of beauty (compound interpretation)".
Is Jamira a boy or girl name?
Jamira is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Jamira?
Jamira is currently ranked #5974 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jamira?
Common nicknames for Jamira include Jami and Mira.
What are good middle names for Jamira?
Popular middle name pairings include Jamira Nour, Jamira Rose, Jamira Leila, Jamira Amira, Jamira Sofia, and Jamira Zahra.
What are good sibling names for Jamira?
Names that pair well with Jamira as siblings include Amira, Samira, Layla, Zara, Tariq, Amir, and Nadia.
How many syllables does Jamira have?
Jamira has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jamira a common or rare name?
Jamira is an uncommon name, ranked #5974 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jamira
Jamira is a girl name with Arabic, Islamic, North African, and East African origins . The name means "princess of beauty (compound interpretation)" in Arabic .
Jamira is currently ranked #5,974 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Jamira has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jamira include Jami and Mira. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jamira include Jamie, Jamila, Jamiyah, Jamilah, Jamia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis