Yasmina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yasmina originates from Arabic and means 'jasmine'. It has evolved from Yasmin and Jasmina over time. The name reflects beauty and elegance, with no biblical connections. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently perceived positively.
The name Yasmina is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yasmina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Yasmina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9420th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6465th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4297th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2678th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yasmina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yasmina"
Pronunciation
/jæˈmiːnə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Yasmina is derived from the Arabic word 'yasmin', which means 'jasmine'—a fragrant flower.
Meaning
jasmine
Language Evolution
Yasmin, Jasmina, Yasmina
Historical Usage
The name Yasmina gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries and among those influenced by Arabic culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Yasmin, Jasmina, Yasmine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yasmina is viewed as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with grace and charm.
Famous People
Yasmina Reza, a French playwright and novelist, Yasmina Fadli, a Moroccan singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yasmina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Yasmina"
"Yasmina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9420th of 19264 | 53 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6465th of 27321 | 191 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4297th of 35406 | 508 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2678th of 30306 | 781 |
Regional Popularity of "Yasmina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Yasmina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
78.00% 3574th/4582 |
62.45% 3225th/5164 |
80.83% 5911th/7313 |
69.06% 5154th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.60% 2016th/3984 |
30.13% 1352nd/4487 |
52.01% 3548th/6822 |
59.32% 3723rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yasmina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yasmina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.