Will my child share the name Jamelia with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Jamelia per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Jamelia in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Jamelia becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Jamelia is declining: down 1,392 places since 2020, to #5,927 in 2025. It peaked at #722 in 2004.

Is Jamelia a good choice for a distinctive name?

Jamelia is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Jamelia a popular baby name in the United States?

Jamelia does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #5927

Jamelia

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Jamelia is a distinctive choice, ranked #5927 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Jamelia in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Jamelia

Jamelia has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 301 places in five years. It was most popular in 2004 at #722 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1997.

Jamelia is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Jamelia in their class.