Jemima: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ehm-eem-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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

Jemima is a beautiful and timeless name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'dove. 'It is derived from the ancient Hebrew term 'Yemimah, 'which is mentioned in the Old Testament as one of the three daughters of Job. The name has a rich history, being well-used by Puritans in the 17th century due to its biblical status. However, its popularity has been significantly influenced by the Aunt Jemima brand, which has associated the name with racial stereotypes. Despite this, Jemima remains a lovely and peaceful name with various cultural references.

Jemima Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jemima is currently #5626 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Jemima is currently #3186 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jemima is currently #2743 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Jemima is currently #1536 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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