Holding steady.
Popularity of Jamina since 1975
Babies named Jamina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 37 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Jamina first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1975, but it has never entered the top 1000, reflecting its enduring rarity. Its peak year was 1980, when it saw slightly higher usage, yet it remained a low-frequency choice. The name's trajectory has been stable over the decades, with no dramatic surges or declines. While it has not been concentrated in any particular state, its similarity to more common names like Jamila and Jasmine suggests it may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding option. The etymology remains uncertain, with plausible connections to both Hebrew and Latin roots, and the name has been used across diverse communities without strong cultural ties.
Jamina is likely a feminine variant of James, which derives from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter'. Alternatively, it may be a variant of Gemina, from the Latin 'geminus' meaning 'twin'. The name has seen modest use in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, often as a creative spelling or diminutive of Jamila or James.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jami, Mina, Jaja
Variants: Jemina, Gemina
Sibling names for Jamina
Names that share Jamina's style, for a brother or sister.
