Jasmin
Jasmin is a girl's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Jasmine flower; gift from God (via Persian roots).
Origin and history
Jasmin is a feminine given name derived from the Persian word for the fragrant jasmine flower plant. It is a common spelling variant of Jasmine that gained significant popularity in the U.S. during the late 20th century. Although its usage has softened in recent years, it remains a familiar botanical choice.
Popularity in the United States
45,060 babies in the United States have been named Jasmin since 1880. It ranks #635 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1191.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.8 %)
- TX (12.5 %)
- NY (10.7 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
- FL (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 85 |
| 1960-1970 | 132 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,416 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,949 |
| 1990-2000 | 15,237 |
| 2000-2010 | 16,913 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,306 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,022 |
Famous people named Jasmin
- Jasmin Walia: Singer, Television personality
- Jasmin Bhasin: Actress, Model
Nicknames
Jaz, Jazzy, Mina
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Middle Persian word 'yasaman', referring to the aromatic climbing plant.
- Jasmin is a popular simplified variant of Jasmine, common in both English-speaking and French-speaking countries.