Ximena Girl

Popularity: #176 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: hee-MEN-ah /xiˈmena/

Origin: Spanish; Arabic

Meaning: Spanish: 'listener'; Arabic: 'to hear'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Ximena has its roots in the Spanish and Basque languages, deriving from the Hebrew name Shimon, which means "he has heard." The evolution of the name can be traced through various linguistic transformations: from Hebrew, it passed into Greek as Simon, then into Latin as Simonem, and eventually into Old Spanish as Ximeno. The name Ximena emerged as a feminine form of Ximeno, which became popular in medieval Spain, particularly in the regions influenced by Basque culture.

Historically, Ximena has significant associations, particularly in the context of Spanish nobility and literature. One of the earliest notable figures bearing the name was Ximena Díaz, the wife of the legendary Spanish hero El Cid, Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, in the 11th century.

Her story is immortalized in the epic poem "Cantar de mio Cid," which highlights her loyalty and strength. The name also appears in various historical texts and chronicles, reinforcing its connection to Spanish heritage.

Culturally, Ximena has been associated with themes of fidelity and resilience, often symbolizing the strength of women in historical narratives. The name has been embraced in various forms of art and literature, contributing to its lasting significance in Spanish-speaking cultures.

Additionally, diminutive forms such as Xime have emerged, reflecting affectionate or familial connections. Overall, Ximena embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and cultural resonance, marking its place in the historical narrative of Spain.

Famous people named Ximena

In this section, you will find notable people named Ximena. 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 Ximena who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Ximena who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Ximena Navarrete is a model and actress best known for winning Miss Universe 2010, and her roles in La Tempestad and Hasta el fin del mundo.

Ximena Sariñana is a singer-songwriter and actress best known for her albums Mediocre and No Todo Lo Que Es Físico Es Real, and her role in the film A Little Bit of Heaven.

Fictional characters named Ximena

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Ximena is a fictional character from the novel The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende. She is a strong-willed woman who plays a significant role in the lives of the Trueba family across generations.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Ximena, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

IsabellaSofiaCamilaValentinaLuciaGabriela

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Ximena. 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.

JimenaXenaSelenaMinaZaraElenaLinaNina

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Ximena was first seen in the United States in 1966.

Ximena has ranked as high as #281 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, Illinois, and Colorado.

In the past 5 years the name Ximena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Ximena 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 Ximena was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Ximena.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 1,686 0 1,686
2024 1,750 0 1,750
2023 1,812 0 1,812
2022 2,009 0 2,009
2021 2,000 0 2,000
2020 2,037 0 2,037
2019 2,187 0 2,187
2018 2,571 0 2,571
2017 2,547 0 2,547
2016 2,686 6 2,680
2015 2,602 0 2,602
2014 2,348 7 2,341
2013 1,960 0 1,960
2012 1,463 0 1,463
2011 1,465 0 1,465
2010 1,210 0 1,210
2009 1,052 0 1,052
2008 1,012 0 1,012
2007 885 0 885
2006 815 0 815
2005 891 0 891
2004 770 0 770
2003 564 0 564
2002 424 0 424
2001 263 0 263
2000 125 0 125
1999 78 0 78
1998 35 0 35
1997 59 0 59
1996 40 0 40
1995 43 0 43
1994 28 0 28
1993 17 0 17
1992 38 0 38
1991 25 0 25
1990 22 0 22
1989 10 0 10
1988 19 0 19
1987 8 0 8
1986 6 0 6
1985 7 0 7
1984 11 0 11
1983 5 0 5
1982 8 0 8
1981 10 0 10
1980 5 0 5
1979 9 0 9
1977 8 0 8
1975 6 0 6
1973 6 0 6
1972 5 0 5
1971 10 0 10
1970 12 0 12
1966 5 0 5

Top States for Ximena (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 490
28%
TX 423
25%
AZ 83
5%
IL 77
4%
FL 51
3%
NC 48
3%
WA 46
3%
CO 41
2%
NY 39
2%
GA 39
2%
NM 23
1%
NV 23
1%
OR 22
1%
IN 21
1%
VA 20
1%
IA 19
1%
UT 18
1%
WI 18
1%
MN 17
1%
OK 17
1%
MD 16
1%
AR 15
1%
KS 15
1%
NJ 15
1%
SC 14
1%
NE 13
1%
AL 12
1%
ID 12
1%
TN 12
1%
MI 11
1%
MO 10
1%
PA 10
1%
LA 9
1%
OH 8
0%
KY 8
0%
MS 6
0%
MA 5
0%