Jemma Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEM-uh / ˈdʒɛm.əEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: A variant of Gemma; Hebrew: A form of the name meaning 'little gem'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jemma is primarily an English name that emerged as a variant of Gemma, which has roots in Latin. The name Gemma means 'gem' or 'precious stone', reflecting beauty and value. In Hebrew contexts, it can also be interpreted as a diminutive form, emphasizing affection. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries over the years.
Trend Summary
Jemma has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gemma
- Jem
International Variants
- Gemma (Italian)
- Jemima (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jemma was first seen in the United States in 1915. Jemma has ranked as high as #823 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Jemma has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jemma (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 38 | |
| TX | 38 | |
| PA | 20 | |
| NY | 19 | |
| IL | 18 | |
| NC | 17 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| OH | 14 | |
| WI | 11 | |
| UT | 11 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| AZ | 9 | |
| LA | 9 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| IN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 36 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 63 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 78 |
| 2009 | 216 |
| 2010 | 315 |
| 2011 | 319 |
| 2012 | 409 |
| 2013 | 431 |
| 2014 | 450 |
| 2015 | 413 |
| 2016 | 490 |
| 2017 | 497 |
| 2018 | 594 |
| 2019 | 541 |
| 2020 | 500 |
| 2021 | 496 |
| 2022 | 422 |
| 2023 | 389 |
| 2024 | 371 |