Beauty, grace, or handsome
Derived from the Arabic root j-m-l, Jamal signifies physical beauty as well as grace and elegance of character. It is a classic name in the Muslim world and gained significant popularity in the United States during the late 20th century.
Less common today
Jamal isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #233 in 1993.
Three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year
Saudi journalist and columnist for The Washington Post
NBA champion point guard
Singer-songwriter and middle son of Lucious Lyon · Empire
The protagonist who competes on a game show · Slumdog Millionaire
NFL Pro Bowl running back
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
