UK girl's name
Jamilia
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "beautiful" or "attractive".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jamilia is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Jamilia popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5669, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2012 to 2022. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Jamilia. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jamilia ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 girls were registered as Jamilia.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jamilia as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5669
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2012
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Jamilia mean?
The name Jamilia has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, stemming from the word "jamil," which means beautiful or handsome. This name was commonly used in the Middle East during the medieval period, particularly in regions with a strong Islamic influence.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jamilia can be found in Arabic literature from the 9th century. It was used as a character name in several poetic works and tales, often representing a woman of great beauty and grace. Additionally, there are mentions of historical figures bearing this name in various ancient texts and records.
In the 11th century, Jamilia al-Mudhaffar, a renowned scholar and poet from Baghdad, gained recognition for her contributions to Arabic literature. Her works were widely celebrated and served as an inspiration for many aspiring writers of the time.
During the Ottoman Empire, which spanned several centuries, the name Jamilia maintained its popularity among the ruling classes and nobility. One notable figure was Jamilia Sultana, the wife of Sultan Murad III, who lived in the late 16th century and was known for her influential role in the imperial court.
As trade and cultural exchange flourished between the Middle East and Europe, the name Jamilia gradually made its way into other regions and languages. In the 18th century, Jamilia Voinova, a Russian playwright and actress, gained recognition for her works and performances, helping to introduce the name to a wider audience.
Throughout history, the name Jamilia has been associated with beauty, grace, and artistic expression. Some other notable individuals who have carried this name include Jamilia Mustafa, an Egyptian actress and singer from the early 20th century, and Jamilia Mukhtar, a renowned Uzbek opera singer and People's Artist of the Soviet Union, who lived from 1916 to 1986.
While the name Jamilia has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has transcended borders and gained popularity in various regions, reflecting the rich tapestry of cultural exchange and historical influence.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jamilia over time
The chart below shows babies named Jamilia registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jamilia, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jamilia by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jamilia 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 | #5669 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5876 | 3 | 1 |
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- Josephine 5,889
- Jessie 5,418
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- Jasmin 4,706
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FAQ
Jamilia: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jamilia in the UK right now?
In 2022, Jamilia was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Jamilia most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Jamilia in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jamilia?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "beautiful" or "attractive".
How many people are called Jamilia in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Jamilia across the 2 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.