Origin and Meaning of Jameelah

Beautiful

Origin: Arabic - Derived from the Arabic word 'jamal' (جمال) meaning 'beauty'. Jameelah can also be considered a feminine form of the masculine name Jamil.

• Jameelah is a name that reflects the beauty ideals found in many cultures that speak Arabic.
• The name has variations such as Jameela and Jamila, commonly used across Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities around the world.
• Notable bearers of the name include Jameelah L. Johnson, an American actress, and Jameelah in various Arabic literature referring to characters representing ideal beauty.
• While not one of the most commonly used names in Western countries, Jameelah has seen increasing popularity in cities with larger Muslim populations.
• Related names include Jamil (masculine form), and variants like Jamila (more commonly used in some regions).