Jazmyn
Jazmyn is a girl's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Jasmine flower.
Origin and history
Jazmyn is a modern American spelling variant of Jasmine, derived from the Persian flower name 'yasamin'. It entered broader U.S. usage in the late 20th century alongside other stylized forms of classic floral names. In the United States, it is a recognized alternative spelling that gives a contemporary feel to a traditional botanical name.
Popularity in the United States
9,522 babies in the United States have been named Jazmyn since 1880. It ranks #1704 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1533.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.1 %)
- TX (12.5 %)
- FL (9.2 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
- IL (4.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 270 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,353 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,078 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,251 |
| 2020-2029 | 570 |
Nicknames
Jazzy, Jaz, Mina
Fun facts
- The name directly refers to the fragrant flowering plant used historically in perfumes and teas worldwide.
- The substitution of 'y' for 'i' and 'z' for 's' reflects a U.S. trend from the late 1980s and 1990s toward unique phonetic spellings.