Jamia

Jamia is a feminine name with Arabic and Muslim origins, meaning "gatherer" or "one who brings together." In some cultures, it can also refer to a university or place of higher learning, giving the name intellectual associations. Jamia shares phonetic similarities with names like Jamie and Jemima, but has its own distinct cultural heritage. In the United States, Jamia has maintained a consistent but low profile on name popularity charts since the 1970s, with occasional small spikes in usage. The name offers a melodic quality with its flowing vowel sounds, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with international flair that remains relatively uncommon. Jamia combines cultural richness with contemporary appeal.

Jamia is also given to boys.

Pronounced JAH-mee-uh.

As of October 2026, Jamia ranked #3800 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1036 in 2003.