Rising since 1988, #6,325 for girls today.
Popularity of Jemimah since 1980
Babies named Jemimah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 256 |
| 2020s | 150 |
Meaning & origin
Jemimah is a biblical Hebrew name that first entered U.S. data in 1980, with a slow but steady rise in use ever since, particularly from 1988 onward. As of 2025, it ranks 6,325 with a 1-in-89,293 frequency, and its peak year was 2018. The name reflects a growing interest in less common Old Testament names, appealing to parents seeking a gentle, faith-connected choice. Though not among the top 1,000, Jemimah's trajectory shows it has gained modest ground over the decades.
Jemimah is a Hebrew name appearing in the Bible as the eldest daughter of Job (Job 42:14). The meaning is traditionally given as 'dove,' a symbol of peace and purity in Jewish and Christian traditions. Some scholars link it to the Hebrew root 'yom' (day) or 'yamam' (warmth), but the precise derivation remains debated. The name was adopted by Puritans in the 17th century and saw mild use in English-speaking countries, often seen as a biblical alternative to more common names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jem, Mimi, Jemima
Variants: Jemima
Sibling names for Jemimah
Names that share Jemimah's style, for a brother or sister.
