Jimena Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Girl Names Like Jimena

Jimena Name Origin: Spanish
Pronunciation: hee-men-ah
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Jimena Name Meaning

The name Jimena carries a positive connotation, representing strength and stability, as the right hand is often seen as a symbol of support. It is a fitting name for a girl who is destined to be a supportive and reliable friend and partner.

Origins of the Name Jimena

Jimena is a Spanish girl’s name that has its roots in the Hebrew name, יְמִינָה (Yemina), which means “right hand.” Over time, the name has evolved and become popular in different cultures, each adding its own unique touch to the name.

Popularity of the Name Jimena

Jimena was first recorded in the 11th century as the name of a Spanish princess, daughter of King Alfonso VI of Castile and León. The name has been popular in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries ever since.

Jimena has been a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries for centuries, and its popularity has spread to other parts of the world in recent years. In the United States, the name has been steadily gaining popularity, and it is now a common name in many Spanish-speaking communities. In Spain, Jimena ranks among the top 100 names for girls.

Final Thoughts on the Name Jimena

Jimena is a timeless name with a rich history and endearing meaning. Whether you are of Spanish descent or simply appreciate the beauty of the Spanish language, Jimena is a perfect name for your little girl. So, if you’re looking for a name that embodies strength, stability, and support, Jimena might just be the perfect fit!

Jimena Name Popularity

How popular is the name Jimena? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
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1980	—	0	0%
1981	2,095	15	0.001%
1982	2,892	6	0.0004%
1983	—	0	0%
1984	2,983	5	0.0003%
1985	3,023	5	0.0003%
1986	—	0	0%
1987	3,164	5	0.0003%
1988	3,021	6	0.0004%
1989	2,920	8	0.0005%
1990	2,511	14	0.0008%
1991	2,276	20	0.0012%
1992	2,066	26	0.0016%
1993	2,240	21	0.0013%
1994	1,811	35	0.0023%
1995	1,995	27	0.0018%
1996	1,979	28	0.0019%
1997	1,757	40	0.0027%
1998	2,026	28	0.0019%
1999	2,024	29	0.0019%
2000	1,709	50	0.0033%
2001	860	214	0.0142%
2002	544	456	0.0304%
2003	519	506	0.0333%
2004	461	604	0.0396%
2005	385	782	0.0511%
2006	474	629	0.0402%
2007	528	552	0.035%
2008	398	769	0.0498%
2009	387	772	0.0517%
2010	398	761	0.0528%
2011	429	685	0.0481%
2012	481	587	0.0412%
2013	446	632	0.0444%
2014	431	693	0.0476%
2015	441	660	0.0454%
2016	390	790	0.0548%
2017	390	747	0.0535%
2018	432	668	0.0486%
2019	446	629	0.0465%
2020	512	539	0.0423%
2021	462	591	0.0483%

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Data via SSA.gov.

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What names sound like Jimena?

If you like how Jimena sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Jimena.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Amena	Honest, faithful	Arabic
Jamina	Dove	Hebrew
Jumana	Silver pearl	Arabic

What names are similar to Jimena?

Find a name that’s like Jimena, but just a little bit different.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Dimona	South	Hebrew
Jaena		American
Jalena		Russian
Jameka		American
Jamela	Beautiful	Arabic
Jeena	Well-born, noble; God is gracious	Hebrew
Jelena		Russian
Jena	Endurance; little bird	Indian (Sanskrit)
Jiana		American
Jianna	Variant of Gianna	Italian
Jilana

Jina	Named child	African
Jinna	God is gracious	Hebrew
Jolena
Jovena		Spanish
Julena	Youthful; Jove's child	Latin
Kimana	Cyneburg's field	English
Rimona	Pomegranate	Arabic
Simeona	Hear, listen	Hebrew
Simona	Hear, listen	Hebrew
Ximena	He has heard	Spanish

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