Jasmine
Jasmine is a girl name of Persian, via Arabic and French origin, meaning “Jasmine flower”.
| Meaning | Jasmine flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian, via Arabic and French |
| Pronunciation | JAZ-min |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Jasmine
Jasmine is the name of the fragrant flower, which reached English through French jasmin from Arabic yasmin and ultimately Persian yasaman. It became an English given name in the early twentieth century along with other flower names, and grew more popular after Princess Jasmine in Disney's Aladdin (1992). Related forms such as Yasmin and Yasmeen are used across the Muslim world and South Asia.
Is Jasmine a religious name?
Jasmine is a flower name with no religious meaning; its Persian forms are used by Muslim, Sikh and other families alike.
How popular is Jasmine?
Widely used in English-speaking countries, especially from the 1990s onward.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jasmine mean?
Jasmine means 'Jasmine flower'. It is of Persian, via Arabic and French origin.
Does Jasmine have a religious meaning?
Jasmine is a flower name with no religious meaning; its Persian forms are used by Muslim, Sikh and other families alike.
How do you pronounce Jasmine?
Jasmine is pronounced JAZ-min.
Is Jasmine a boy or girl name?
Jasmine is usually a girl name.