Jemina

“Heard by God”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1177US 2023

1kBirths / yr

→Stable

111All-time births

📅 Since 198100

How to pronounce Jemina

JEM·EE·nuh

/ˈdʒɛm.ˈiː.nə/ · stress on JEM · 3 syllables

“Heard by God”

American origin · Girl name

What does Jemina mean and where does it come from?

Jemina is a modern variant of the Hebrew name Jemimah (יְמִימָה), which appears in the Bible as one of the daughters of Job. The name carries the meaning of being 'heard by God', signifying a connection to faith and spirituality. Its popularity has grown primarily in the United States, likely influe

Cultural significance

Jemina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of heard by god.

Peak popularity

Reached #7441 in 1982 — currently #1177 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jemina?

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

Jemina Grace

How popular is Jemina right now?

Holding steady — currently #1177 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1177 · Top 0.87%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1177	1,023	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1182	1,003	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1187	973	▲ up 13802 · +16117% births
2015	#14989	6	▲ up 545
2010	#15534	6	▼ down 354
2005	#15180	6	▼ down 3963 · -25% births
2000	#11217	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jemina

Best Year2023Rank #1177

Peak Count1,023

Average Rank#8638

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Jemina

Jemina is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 111 total births recorded, Jemina remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11217 in 2000 to #1177 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jemina in 1982:

Jennifer Jessica Amanda Sarah Melissa

Jemina by decade

Jemina peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	30
1990s	23
2000s	25
2010s ★	33

💎Jemina has only 111 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jemina?

Common

JemJemieJemyIna

What names sound and feel like Jemina?

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

American · A variation of

Jemira

American · A beloved name

Jenina

Hebrew · Hebrew

Jelina

Slavic · shining light

Jessina

American · English

Remina

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Jemina

What does the name Jemina mean?

Jemina means "Heard by God" — a name rooted in American 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 Jemina?

Jemina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jemina?

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

How do you pronounce the name Jemina?

Jemina is a three-syllable name pronounced JH EH1 M IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Jemina?

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