Jamaka is a unique and captivating given name of African origin, specifically from the Igbo ethnic group of Nigeria. It is derived from the Igbo word 'Jàmaká', which translates to 'Let's gather together'. This name carries profound cultural significance, embodying unity, collaboration, and community spirit.
The name Jamaka appears to have been quite popular among parents in the late 1980s and early 1990s, with a consistent five births per year from 1987 to 1995, except for a slight increase to six births in the year 2000.