Kamilah
Kamilah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Perfect, complete”.
| Meaning | Perfect, complete |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | كاملة |
| Pronunciation | KAH-mi-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | United States, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Kamilah
Kamilah is Kamila with a final h added to represent the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. Its root k-m-l carries the idea of being whole. The meaning stays the same: a woman whose character is complete and perfect. This spelling grew familiar in the United States from the 1960s onward, particularly within African-American Muslim communities. It remains a graceful choice that keeps a clear link to its Arabic source.
Is Kamilah a Muslim name?
It is one spelling of Kamila, an Arabic name expressing completeness of good character.
How popular is Kamilah?
It appears mainly in the United States and in the English-speaking Muslim diaspora.
Gifts with the name Kamilah
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Spellings and variants of Kamilah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kamilah mean?
Kamilah means 'Perfect, complete'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Kamilah a Muslim name?
It is one spelling of Kamila, an Arabic name expressing completeness of good character.
How do you pronounce Kamilah?
Kamilah is pronounced KAH-mi-lah.
Is Kamilah a boy or girl name?
Kamilah is usually a girl name.