Gimena

“the one who is like a guardian” — Associated with historical figures such as Jimena de la Frontera

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4912US 2023

27Births / yr

↑Rising

446All-time births

📅 Since 199100

What does Gimena mean and where does it come from?

Gimena is a variant of the Spanish name 'Jimena', which has roots in the Basque and Latin. It is derived from 'Ximena', which translates to 'hearkening' or 'listener'. The name is popular in Spain and Latin America, often associated with historical figures such as Jimena de la Frontera, a legend fro

Cultural significance

Gimena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the one who is like a guardian.

Peak popularity

Reached #4270 in 2004 — currently #4912 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Gimena?

Gimena works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gimena Grace

How popular is Gimena right now?

Rising fast — up 2175 spots — currently #4912 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#4912 · Top 3.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4912	27	▲ up 2175 · +69% births
2022	#7087	16	▼ down 1064 · -20% births
2021	#6023	20	▼ down 480 · -9% births
2020	#5543	22	▲ up 1028 · +16% births
2015	#6571	19	▼ down 1046 · -24% births
2010	#5525	25	▲ up 227 · +14% births
2005	#5752	22	▲ up 9147 · +340% births
1995	#14899	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Gimena

Best Year2023Rank #4912

Peak Count27

Average Rank#7039

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Gimena

Gimena is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 446 total births recorded, Gimena remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14899 in 1995 to #4912 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Gimena in 2004:

Emily Emma Madison Olivia Hannah

Gimena by decade

Gimena peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	23
2000s ★	217
2010s	184
2020s	22

💎Gimena has only 446 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Gimena?

Common

GimGimieGimyEna

What names sound and feel like Gimena?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Gimena also consider these

Ximena

Spain · Heard or listened

Jimena

Spain · Spanish

Xirena

Spain · beautiful flower

Italy · God is gracious

Gislena

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Gicela

Spain · Ray of light

Common questions about the name Gimena

What does the name Gimena mean?

Gimena means "the one who is like a guardian" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Gimena?

Gimena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Gimena have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Gimena?

Gimena originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Gimena?

Gimena pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Gimena trending right now?

Gimena is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.