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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAZ-min //ˈdʒæz.mɪn//
Origin: Persian; Arabic
Meaning: Persian: flower; Arabic: gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jasmine derives from the Persian word "yasamin," which refers to the jasmine flower, known for its fragrant blossoms. This term made its way into Arabic as "yāsamīn" and subsequently entered Old French as "jasmin" in the 16th century.
The name was adopted into English during the late 16th century, reflecting the influence of botanical terminology and floral symbolism in naming practices. The jasmine flower has been celebrated in various cultures for its beauty and scent, which contributed to the name's appeal.
Historically, jasmine has been associated with various cultural and religious significances. In ancient Persia, the flower was often linked to love and beauty, and it appeared in poetry and art.
The name Jasmine gained further prominence through literature and the arts, particularly during the Renaissance, when floral names became fashionable. The name is also found in the context of the Islamic tradition, where jasmine is mentioned in poetry and is associated with paradise and divine beauty.
In the context of Western literature, the name Jasmine appears in works such as "Aladdin and the Magic Lamp," part of the collection "One Thousand and One Nights," which was translated into French in the 18th century and later into English. This association with enchanting tales further solidified the name's romantic and exotic connotations.
Additionally, the name has been embraced in various cultures, often symbolizing grace and elegance, which has contributed to its lasting resonance in naming traditions.
Famous people named Jasmine
In this section, you will find notable people named Jasmine. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jasmine who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Jasmine who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Jasmine Tookes is a model best known for her work with Victoria's Secret, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and being a brand ambassador for several fashion labels.
Jasmine Guy is an actress, dancer, and singer best known for her role in A Different World, Harlem Nights, and as a director and choreographer.
Jasmine Cephas Jones is an actress and singer best known for her roles in Hamilton, Blindspotting, and the television series #FreeRayshawn.
Jasmine Tridevil is a television personality best known for her appearances on reality TV and her unique three-breasted publicity stunt.
Fictional characters named Jasmine
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Jasmine is a fictional character from the animated film Aladdin. She is the strong-willed princess of Agrabah who seeks freedom and true love beyond her royal confines.
Jasmine is a fictional character from the Broadway musical Aladdin. She is portrayed as a determined and independent young woman who challenges societal norms to find her own path.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Jasmine. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jasmine was first seen in the United States in 1906.
Jasmine has ranked as high as #57 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Jasmine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jasmine is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jasmine was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jasmine (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 261 | |
| TX | 190 | |
| FL | 143 | |
| NY | 79 | |
| NC | 48 | |
| IL | 45 | |
| GA | 44 | |
| OH | 44 | |
| AZ | 40 | |
| VA | 40 | |
| NJ | 36 | |
| TN | 35 | |
| MO | 34 | |
| WA | 32 | |
| PA | 32 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jasmine.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,527 |
| 2023 | 1,589 |
| 2022 | 1,680 |
| 2021 | 1,723 |
| 2020 | 1,934 |
| 2019 | 2,110 |
| 2018 | 2,142 |
| 2017 | 2,273 |
| 2016 | 2,657 |
| 2015 | 2,813 |
| 2014 | 3,043 |
| 2013 | 3,065 |
| 2012 | 3,393 |
| 2011 | 3,709 |
| 2010 | 4,182 |
| 2009 | 4,886 |
| 2008 | 5,535 |
| 2007 | 6,780 |
| 2006 | 7,521 |
| 2005 | 7,872 |
| 2004 | 8,492 |
| 2003 | 8,065 |
| 2002 | 8,868 |
| 2001 | 8,958 |
| 2000 | 9,099 |
| 1999 | 9,351 |
| 1998 | 9,485 |
| 1997 | 9,680 |
| 1996 | 9,707 |
| 1995 | 10,279 |
| 1994 | 11,713 |
| 1993 | 12,062 |
| 1992 | 10,478 |
| 1991 | 11,525 |
| 1990 | 11,037 |
| 1989 | 9,550 |
| 1988 | 6,446 |
| 1987 | 3,723 |
| 1986 | 2,992 |
| 1985 | 2,708 |
| 1984 | 1,928 |
| 1983 | 1,568 |
| 1982 | 1,448 |
| 1981 | 1,402 |
| 1980 | 1,187 |
| 1979 | 1,039 |
| 1978 | 797 |
| 1977 | 720 |
| 1976 | 525 |
| 1975 | 382 |
| 1974 | 283 |
| 1973 | 149 |
| 1972 | 90 |
| 1971 | 84 |
| 1970 | 65 |
| 1969 | 54 |
| 1968 | 45 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1966 | 39 |
| 1965 | 31 |
| 1964 | 27 |
| 1963 | 32 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1961 | 34 |
| 1960 | 33 |
| 1959 | 36 |
| 1958 | 27 |
| 1957 | 50 |
| 1956 | 45 |
| 1955 | 37 |
| 1954 | 34 |
| 1953 | 29 |
| 1952 | 21 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1906 | 5 |