Holding steady.
Popularity of Jemina since 1981
Babies named Jemina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 30 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 33 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jemina is a modern respelling of Jemima, a biblical name meaning 'dove.' While Jemima ranked in the U.S. top 1000 in the 19th century, Jemina has never entered the ranks. Data from the Social Security Administration shows the name was first recorded in 1981 and peaked in 1994, with a stable trajectory since. The name has appeared in no state popularity lists and is given to roughly 1 in every 1 million girls in recent years, reflecting its rarity. Alternatives like Jemima have a longer history, but Jemina offers a fresh take for parents seeking a soft, vintage-sounding name.
Jemina is a contemporary respelling of Jemima, which originates from the Hebrew name Yemimah, meaning 'dove.' In the Old Testament, Jemima was the eldest daughter of Job. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the Protestant Reformation, though it became less common in the 20th century. This modern spelling with an 'a' instead of 'ah' emerged in the late 20th century as a variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jemi, Mina, Jem
Sibling names for Jemina
Names that share Jemina's style, for a brother or sister.
