Jimena
Jimena is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
He has heard or listening.
Origin and history
Jimena is a traditional Spanish name derived from Ximena, which traces back to the Biblical Hebrew name Shim'on. It has long been popular in Spanish-speaking cultures and has seen steady, moderate usage in the United States over recent decades. The name carries an classical, elegant feel while remaining widely recognized.
Popularity in the United States
17,034 babies in the United States have been named Jimena since 1880. It ranks #1166 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #508.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.4 %)
- TX (24 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
- AZ (3.9 %)
- FL (3.7 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 128 |
| 1990-2000 | 371 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,698 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,231 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,596 |
Famous people named Jimena
- Jimena Navarrete: Model, Actress
- Jimena Sánchez: Journalist, Television Presenter
Nicknames
Jime, Mena
Fun facts
- Jimena Diaz was the noblewoman wife of El Cid, the famous 11th-century Spanish military leader.
- It is a modern spelling variant of the archaic Spanish name Ximena.