Small river or beautiful
Yamili is a rare name likely derived from the Arabic name Yamila, meaning beautiful or graceful. In some Latin American contexts, it is also associated with indigenous roots meaning small river. It offers a melodic, multi-cultural appeal for parents seeking something unique yet familiar in sound.
Less common today
Yamili isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,131 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
