Boy
Jamaal
beauty
About Jamaal
Sophisticated and melodic, this name flows with an elegance that captures attention without demanding it. The double vowel creates a distinctive visual signature on paper while the pronunciation remains intuitive and accessible. Parents who choose this name often appreciate its cultural richness and the way it stands confidently among both traditional and modern naming trends. It carries a sense of warmth and approachability, making it easy for others to embrace. The three-syllable rhythm gives it a lyrical quality that distinguishes it from shorter, more abrupt alternatives. This name ages beautifully, suiting an infant, teenager, and adult with equal grace and maintaining relevance across different social and professional settings.
Popularity of the Name Jamaal
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | #532 | ||
| 1977 | #579 | ||
| 1978 | #600 | ||
| 1979 | #603 | ||
| 1980 | #382 | ||
| 1981 | #428 | ||
| 1982 | #286 | ||
| 1983 | #328 | ||
| 1984 | #411 | ||
| 1985 | #463 | ||
| 1986 | #553 | ||
| 1987 | #559 | ||
| 1988 | #581 | ||
| 1989 | #635 | ||
| 1990 | #669 | ||
| 1991 | #639 | ||
| 1992 | #683 | ||
| 1993 | #751 | ||
| 1994 | #794 | #984 | |
| 1995 | #921 | ||
| 1996 | #954 | ||
| 1997 | #693 | ||
| 1998 | #981 | ||
| 1999 | #747 | ||
| 2001 | #746 | ||
| 2003 | #855 | ||
| 2004 | #836 | ||
| 2005 | #850 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Canada
Variations of Name Jamaal
Names Similar to Jamaal
Nicknames for Jamaal
- Jam
- Mal
- Jay
- Jamie
Famous People Named Jamaal
| Jamaal Charles | American football player |
| Jamaal Wilkes | American basketball player |
| Jamaal Tinsley | American basketball player |
| Jamaal Lascelles | English footballer |
| Jamaal Westerman | Canadian football player |
| Jamaal Franklin | American basketball player |
| Jamaal Jackson | American football player |
| Jamaal Anderson | American football player |
| Jamaal Brown | American football player |
| Jamaal Shabazz | Trinidadian photographer |
| Jamaal Finkley | American film producer |
| Jamaal Torrance | American sprinter |
| Jamaal Magloire | Canadian basketball coach |
| Jamaal Stephenson | Jamaican footballer |
Characters Named Jamaal
| Jamaal Jenkins | Character in the TV show "Empire" |
| Jamaal Grant | Character in the TV show "The Game" |