Jazmin
Jazmin is a girl's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Jasmine flower, gift from God.
Origin and history
Jazmin is a popular spelling variation of Jasmine, derived from the Old Persian word for the fragrant flowering plant. It gained significant popularity in the United States starting in the late 20th century, particularly within Hispanic and multicultural communities. It remains a widely recognized choice for girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
44,421 babies in the United States have been named Jazmin since 1880. It ranks #644 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #661.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.9 %)
- TX (15.4 %)
- NY (6.3 %)
- IL (5.8 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 18 |
| 1970-1980 | 352 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,038 |
| 1990-2000 | 13,322 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,200 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,910 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,581 |
Famous people named Jazmin
- Jazmin Grace Grimaldi: Actress, Singer
- Jazmin Sawyers: Athlete, Singer
Nicknames
Jazzy, Jaz, Mina
Fun facts
- Jazmin is a modern phonetic variant of the classic English name Jasmine, substituting a 'z' for an 's'.
- The original Persian word 'yasamin' was used to describe the highly fragrant vine used in perfumes.