Jazmine Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAZ-min //ˈdʒæz.mɪn//
Origin: English; Arabic
Meaning: English: Flower; Arabic: Gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jazmine is a modern variant of the name Jasmine, which has its roots in the Persian word "yasamin," meaning "gift from God" or "flower." This term was adopted into Arabic as "yāsamīn," referring to the jasmine flower, which is known for its fragrant blossoms. The name made its way into Latin as "jasminum," and subsequently into Old French as "jasmin," before being incorporated into English in the late 16th century.
The floral association has been a significant aspect of the name's appeal, symbolizing beauty and purity. Historically, jasmine has been celebrated in various cultures for its aromatic properties and is often linked to love and sensuality.
The name Jasmine gained further prominence in the English-speaking world through literary works and cultural references. One notable instance is in the 19th century when jasmine was frequently mentioned in poetry and literature, symbolizing elegance and grace.
The name Jasmine was also popularized in the 20th century by its use in popular culture, including Disney's animated film "Aladdin" released in 1992, where Princess Jasmine is a central character. The name Jazmine, as a variant, emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique spellings and modern adaptations of traditional names.
This variant maintains the floral and feminine connotations of its predecessor while offering a contemporary twist. The enduring association with the jasmine flower continues to evoke themes of beauty, love, and nature, contributing to the name's cultural resonance.
Overall, Jazmine and its variants reflect a blend of historical significance and cultural symbolism, rooted in the rich linguistic heritage of the name.
Famous people named Jazmine
In this section, you will find notable people named Jazmine. 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 Jazmine who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Jazmine who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Jazmine Sullivan is a singer and songwriter best known for Heaux Tales, Reality Show, and Fearless.
Jazmine Williams is a professional basketball player best known for her time with the University of South Carolina and participation in the WNBA.
Jazmine Franks is an actress best known for her role in Hollyoaks.
Fictional characters named Jazmine
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Jazmine Dubois is a fictional character from the animated television series The Boondocks. She is a strong-willed and outspoken girl who often challenges societal norms and expectations.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jazmine was first seen in the United States in 1971.
Jazmine has ranked as high as #441 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Jazmine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jazmine 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 Jazmine was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jazmine (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 | 60 | |
| TX | 33 | |
| FL | 22 | |
| NC | 15 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| NV | 9 | |
| OK | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| CO | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| PA | 6 |
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 Jazmine.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 278 |
| 2023 | 289 |
| 2022 | 320 |
| 2021 | 362 |
| 2020 | 351 |
| 2019 | 411 |
| 2018 | 484 |
| 2017 | 514 |
| 2016 | 586 |
| 2015 | 711 |
| 2014 | 729 |
| 2013 | 816 |
| 2012 | 947 |
| 2011 | 1,093 |
| 2010 | 1,213 |
| 2009 | 1,457 |
| 2008 | 1,431 |
| 2007 | 1,438 |
| 2006 | 1,529 |
| 2005 | 1,315 |
| 2004 | 1,298 |
| 2003 | 1,314 |
| 2002 | 1,365 |
| 2001 | 1,468 |
| 2000 | 1,353 |
| 1999 | 1,378 |
| 1998 | 1,403 |
| 1997 | 1,395 |
| 1996 | 1,242 |
| 1995 | 1,342 |
| 1994 | 1,520 |
| 1993 | 1,365 |
| 1992 | 1,054 |
| 1991 | 1,054 |
| 1990 | 916 |
| 1989 | 729 |
| 1988 | 468 |
| 1987 | 329 |
| 1986 | 193 |
| 1985 | 174 |
| 1984 | 128 |
| 1983 | 68 |
| 1982 | 68 |
| 1981 | 59 |
| 1980 | 66 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |