Jazmyne
Jazmyne is a girl's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Jasmine flower, symbolizing fragrance and gift from God.
Origin and history
Jazmyne is a contemporary phonetic spelling variant of Jasmine, originating from the Old Persian word 'yasamin', referring to the fragrant climbing flowering plant. In the United States, it emerged as an alternative modern spelling in the late 20th century alongside the popularity of nature names. While less common than the traditional spelling, it remains a recognized modern variant.
Popularity in the United States
5,339 babies in the United States have been named Jazmyne since 1880. It ranks #2361 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1961.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.1 %)
- TX (13.4 %)
- FL (9.9 %)
- GA (5.5 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
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 | 187 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,732 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,323 |
| 2010-2019 | 957 |
| 2020-2029 | 140 |
Nicknames
Jazz, Jazzy, Mina
Fun facts
- The name directly traces back to the Middle Persian word 'yasaman' for the sweet-smelling jasmine flower.
- The addition of the letter 'y' reflects a popular U.S. naming trend from the late 20th century to create unique visual forms of traditional names.