Jemar: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ehm-ahr
Origin: Egypt
gender-male

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Updated on Jul 01, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Beauty

Jemar is a modern masculine name with multiple origins and meanings. It is often considered a variation of Jamar, which has Arabic and French roots. The name Jemar has been in use for over a century, with its popularity fluctuating over time. It is known for its unique blend of cultural influences and its distinctive sound. Despite its relatively low ranking in popularity, Jemar remains a significant name due to its versatility and the diverse personalities it has been associated with. Jemar is believed to be a variation of Jamar, which means "beauty" in Arabic and "pool" or "pond" in French. The name has been widely adopted in the US since the 1970s and is also used as a surname. It is pronounced as jÉ™-MAHR in English, with variations like Jamaar and Jamarr. The name Jemar has been relatively consistent in its usage over the past century. It has never been extremely popular, but it has maintained a steady presence in naming trends. According to the SSA, Jemar has been ranked at 17, 780 in the last 100 years, indicating a moderate level of usage. Jemar is important because it represents a blend of cultural influences and historical roots.

Jemar Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jemar is currently #24880 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jemar is currently #10712 on Kiindred Boy Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

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