Find out how popular the first name Kamili has been for the last 19 years (from 2004 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kamili by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Kamili is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kamili.

The history of the first name Kamili

The name Kamili has its origins in the Swahili language, which is spoken in parts of East Africa. The name is derived from the Arabic word "kamil," which means "perfect" or "complete." Swahili, a Bantu language, has been influenced by Arabic due to the historical trade and cultural interactions between the Arab world and the Swahili coast of Africa.

In Swahili culture, the name Kamili is often given to children with the hope that they will grow up to be well-rounded, accomplished individuals. It is a name that reflects the aspirations of parents for their child's future success and wholeness.

While the name Kamili has been in use for centuries in East Africa, one of the earliest recorded examples comes from the 13th century. The Swahili poet and philosopher, Kamili ibn Hamis al-Shirazi, was born in Shiraz, Persia (modern-day Iran) in the late 12th century and later settled in Kilwa, an island off the coast of present-day Tanzania. His poetry and philosophical writings, which drew inspiration from both Islamic and African traditions, were influential in the region.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kamili. In the 16th century, Kamili ibn Ali al-Wardi was a Swahili scholar and poet from the city of Kilwa. His works have been preserved and studied for their literary and historical significance.

In the 19th century, Kamili bin Abdallah was a prominent Swahili ruler and tradesman from the island of Zanzibar. He played a significant role in the regional trade networks and diplomatic relations between the Swahili coast and the interior of East Africa.

Kamili Sani, born in 1864, was a Swahili writer and teacher from Zanzibar. He authored several educational works and played a crucial role in promoting literacy and education in the region.

In more recent times, Kamili Kumalija (1937-2017) was a prominent Swahili novelist and playwright from Tanzania. Her works explored themes of social justice, gender roles, and cultural identity, contributing to the development of Swahili literature in the 20th century.

Kamili ibn Idris al-Naqah (1912-1995) was a renowned Swahili scholar, linguist, and lexicographer from Zanzibar. He made significant contributions to the study and preservation of the Swahili language through his extensive research and publications.

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