Jamanda is an unusual and captivating female given name of African origin, particularly from the Igbo ethnic group of Nigeria. It's composed of two elements: 'Ja', which means 'to bring forth' or 'to bear', and 'manda', derived from 'Omandia', a traditional Igbo title granted to women who have borne many children. Thus, Jamanda translates roughly to 'she who brings forth many'. This name carries a profound meaning rooted in strength, fertility, and abundance.
"The name Jamanda saw a notable increase in popularity between 1990 and 1993, with nine births each year during that period. However, the total number of births over this six-year span remains relatively low at forty-six."