UK girl's name
Jamia
Derived from the Arabic word "jami'ah" meaning "university" or "gathering place for learning".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jamia is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Jamia popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2004 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Jamia. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jamia ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Jamia.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jamia as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5493
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Jamia mean?
The name Jamia has its roots in Arabic culture and language. It is a feminine name derived from the Arabic word "jami'ah," which means "university" or "place of gathering." The name's origin can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the rise of Islamic civilization in the Middle East.
In Arabic, the word "jami'ah" also carries the connotation of a place where knowledge is disseminated and acquired. As such, the name Jamia has been historically associated with the pursuit of education, learning, and intellectual growth. It was a popular name choice among Muslim families who valued education and the acquisition of knowledge.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jamia can be found in the works of renowned Islamic scholars and historians from the medieval period. For example, the 9th-century Islamic scholar, Al-Jahiz (776-869 CE), mentioned the name in his writings, indicating its usage during that time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jamia. One such figure is Jamia Millia Islamia (born in 1920), an influential Indian Muslim educator and activist who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Jamia Millia Islamia University in New Delhi, India.
Another prominent figure with the name Jamia is Jamia Bowen (born in 1984), an American professional basketball player who has played in the WNBA and overseas. Her name exemplifies the name's popularity and usage beyond the Arab world.
In the realm of literature, Jamia Shabnam (born in 1935) was a renowned Urdu poet and writer from Pakistan. Her works have made significant contributions to the literary landscape of the region.
Jamia Rizvi (born in 1981) is an Australian author, commentator, and advocate for gender equality. Her book "Not Just Lucky" explores the experiences of migrant women in Australia and has garnered critical acclaim.
The name Jamia has also been used by individuals in the field of academia and research. For example, Jamia Hamdard University in New Delhi, India, was founded in 1989 and named after its founder, Hakim Mohammed Said, whose given name was Jamia.
While the name Jamia has its roots in Arabic culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and has been embraced by diverse communities worldwide, reflecting the universal values of education, knowledge, and intellectual pursuits that it represents.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jamia over time
The chart below shows babies named Jamia registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jamia, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jamia by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jamia was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5493 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5730 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #5077 | 6 | 2 |
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- Jade 19,646
- Julia 11,780
- Jennifer 11,529
- Jodie 9,357
- Jemima 6,454
- Josephine 5,889
- Jessie 5,418
- Josie 5,284
- Jasmin 4,706
- Jenna 4,646
FAQ
Jamia: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jamia in the UK right now?
In 2020, Jamia was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Jamia most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Jamia in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jamia?
Derived from the Arabic word "jami'ah" meaning "university" or "gathering place for learning".
How many people are called Jamia in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Jamia across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.