Jhamil
A gender-neutral name of Arabic origin meaning "beautiful" or "handsome".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jhamil. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jhamil today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jhamil births was 2021 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jhamil. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jhamil. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2021
5 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2021 SSA rank
#12,995
Tracked since 2021
Popularity
Jhamil: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jhamil by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jhamil during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jhamil
The name Jhamil has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, with roots dating back to the ancient Sanskrit language. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Jhamal," which means "splendor" or "radiance." The name's earliest recorded use can be traced back to the 8th century CE, during the classical period of Indian history.
One of the earliest known references to the name Jhamil can be found in the ancient Hindu scripture, the Rigveda, which dates back to around 1500 BCE. In this sacred text, the name is mentioned in connection with a celestial being or deity, symbolizing beauty and divine grace.
Throughout the medieval period, the name Jhamil gained popularity among the ruling classes and nobility in various regions of the Indian subcontinent. One notable historical figure bearing this name was Jhamil Uddin, a 13th-century Sufi mystic and scholar from the Delhi Sultanate (1206-1526 CE). His teachings and writings on spirituality and philosophy had a profound influence on the religious and intellectual landscape of the time.
In the 16th century, during the Mughal Empire (1526-1857 CE), there was a prominent military commander named Jhamil Khan, who served under the reign of Emperor Akbar. He was known for his bravery and strategic prowess in various military campaigns.
Another historical figure was Jhamil Bai, a renowned classical dancer and courtesan from the 18th century, who was celebrated for her artistic talents and grace. She was a prominent figure in the cultural circles of the Maratha Empire (1674-1818 CE).
In more recent times, one of the most famous individuals with the name Jhamil was Jhamil Singh, an Indian freedom fighter and revolutionary who fought against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. He was a prominent member of the Ghadar Party, a organization dedicated to the independence of India.
While the name Jhamil has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly among the Indian diaspora communities. However, its historical significance and cultural connections remain deeply rooted in the rich traditions and heritage of the region.
People
Jhamil + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jhamil as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jhamil: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jhamil?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jhamil going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Jhamil a common name?
We classify Jhamil as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jhamil most popular?
The single biggest year for Jhamil was 2021, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jhamil is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jhamil in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jhamil a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jhamil in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jhamil still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jhamil in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jhamil can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Jhamil?
You can see how many people have the name Jhamil on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.