Gethsemane: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: g-ehths-ehm-ahn-eh
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Oil press

The name Gethsemane is derived from the Hebrew word "Gat Shemen, " meaning "oil press. " It is most famously associated with the Garden of Gethsemane in the New Testament, where Jesus prayed before her arrest. The name has historical and religious significance, symbolizing a place of intense spiritual reflection and sacrifice.

Gethsemane Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Gethsemane is currently #24773 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Gethsemane is currently #14188 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Gethsemane is currently #12099 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Gethsemane is currently #6891 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Gethsemane is currently #12494 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Gethsemane is currently #7107 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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