Rising since 2006, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Blimi since 2001
Babies named Blimi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 78 |
| 2020s | 92 |
Meaning & origin
Blimi is a rare feminine name within Ashkenazi Jewish communities in the United States. First recorded in 2001, it has been gradually rising in usage, with its peak year in 2025 at rank 5,722, where approximately 1 in 76,537 newborns received the name. The trajectory has been upward since at least 2006, and it is most concentrated in New York and New Jersey. The name likely derives from Yiddish or Hebrew words for 'flower', connecting it to the broader family of names like Bluma and Blima. Its modern sound and religious-cultural ties have contributed to its steady, if niche, presence.
Blimi likely originated as a Yiddish or Hebrew feminine name, possibly a variant or diminutive of Bluma (from Yiddish בלומע blume 'flower') or Blima. In Hebrew, similar names relate to blooming or flowers. The name is primarily used within Ashkenazi Jewish communities. Its modern usage in the United States has been recorded since 2001, with a small but steady presence.
Where Blimi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Blimi
Names that share Blimi's style, for a brother or sister.
