Jasmine is a highly popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #35 in 1999 with 1,550 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2001 with 1,782 births ranking #30. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 35.4%. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 182 girls born was named Jasmine. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Jasmine is a beloved floral classic with a soft, sweet, and exotic feel. It sounds graceful, warm, and immediately recognisable.
The name rose strongly in the late twentieth century and remains a favourite because the flower image is so rich and positive. Its enduring appeal comes from beauty and familiarity.