Declining since 2005, #5,554 for girls today.
Popularity of Getsemani since 1992
Babies named Getsemani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 258 |
| 2010s | 237 |
| 2020s | 103 |
Meaning & origin
Getsemani is a rare name rooted in the biblical Garden of Gethsemane, first recorded in U.S. births in 1992. It reached its peak popularity in 2004, ranking 5,554 in 2025, with approximately 1 in every 73,058 newborn girls receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2005, reflecting a broader trend away from overtly religious names in some communities. Geographically, it is most concentrated in California, where many Hispanic families have embraced the Spanish-tinged form. Getsemani stands as a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with deep spiritual resonance and a clear cultural identity.
Getsemani is a Spanish-influenced variant of Gethsemane, the name of the garden at the foot of the Mount of Olives where Jesus prayed before his arrest. The name entered English via Latin and Greek, ultimately from the Aramaic 'Gath-Šmanē' meaning 'oil press.' It has been adopted as a given name in Hispanic communities, particularly in the United States from the late 20th century onward.
Where Getsemani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Getsy, Mani, Seti
Variants: Gethsemane, Getsemane, Getsemany
Sibling names for Getsemani
Names that share Getsemani's style, for a brother or sister.
