Jamaica: Meaning, Popularity, Origin of Baby Name Jamaica | Girls
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US Popularity of Jamaica Over Time
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Given name derived from the name of an island in the Caribbean Sea. Indigenous Taíno inhabitants named the island Xaymaca, meaning the "Land of Wood and Water", or the "Land of Springs."
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Smart?
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Sexy?
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Friendly?
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Creative?
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Strong?
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Current Popularity of Jamaica by State
