Yazmin

“jasmine flower” — Symbolizes beauty and love

Arabic origin · Unisex name

♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls

#611US 2023

1.6kBirths / yr

→Stable

8.7kAll-time births

📅 Since 195800.03% of births at peak

How to pronounce Yazmin

yaz-min

/yaz-min/ · · 2 syllables

“jasmine flower”

Symbolizes beauty and love · Arabic origin

What does Yazmin mean and where does it come from?

Yazmin is a variant of Jasmine, derived from the Arabic 'yasamin' (ياسمين), referring to the fragrant flower. The name has gained popularity in Western countries, especially among Hispanic communities. It symbolizes beauty and love, often associated with purity due to the delicate nature of the flow

Cultural significance

Yazmin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of jasmine flower.

Peak popularity

Reached #536 in 2006 — currently #611 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yazmin?

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

Yazmin Grace

How popular is Yazmin right now?

Holding steady — currently #611 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#611 · Top 0.45%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#611	1,589	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#616	1,569	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#621	1,539	▲ up 1142 · +1274% births
2020	#1763	112	▼ down 383 · -35% births
2015	#1380	171	▼ down 568 · -49% births
2010	#812	336	▼ down 164 · -21% births
2005	#648	428	▲ up 230 · +70% births
2000	#878	252	▲ up 64 · +25% births
1995	#942	201	▲ up 476 · +79% births
1990	#1418	112	▲ up 592 · +107% births
1985	#2010	54	▲ up 416 · +35% births
1980	#2426	40	▲ up 1649 · +150% births
1975	#4075	16	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yazmin

Best Year2023Rank #611

Peak Count1,589

Average Rank#1400

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 202313 years

The story of Yazmin

Yazmin entered American naming records in 1958 and has been in use for over 66 years. With 8,730 total births recorded, Yazmin remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4075 in 1975 to #611 in 2023. Yazmin is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.

Names that peaked alongside Yazmin in 2006:

Emily Emma Madison Isabella Ava

Yazmin by decade

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

Decade	Births
1950s	5
1960s	6
1970s	148
1980s	511
1990s	1,930
2000s ★	4,038
2010s	1,980
2020s	112

💎With 8,730 total births, Yazmin is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Yazmin?

CROATIAN

Jasminka

FRENCH

Jasmin

Famous people named Yazmin

Yazmin (Sufi mystic)

Yazmin used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Yazmin (historical Arab ruler)

Yazmin held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Yazmin (Sufi mystic)

Yazmin used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Yazmin (Islamic scholar)

Yazmin bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Yazmin?

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

Yazin

Arabic · The one who

Yamin

Arabic · right-handed, fortunate or

Yazzmin

English · Jasmine flower

Yasmin

Arab countries · Arabic

Yazlin

English · Bright, shining

Jazmin

Persia (Iran) · Persian

Chazmin

Arabic · jasmine flower

Yassin

Arabic · Arabic

How is Yazmin written in other languages?

Gender variants of Yazmin

Jasmin FRENCH

Common questions about the name Yazmin

What does the name Yazmin mean?

Yazmin means "jasmine flower" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Yazmin?

Yazmin is currently ranked #611 as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Yazmin?

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

Is Yazmin more of a girl or boy name?

Yazmin is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.

Is Yazmin a classic or a modern name?

Yazmin has Arabic roots that go back many centuries, making it a genuine classic rather than a modern invention. Its staying power across generations reflects its fundamental appeal and the strength of its meaning.