Jemima is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #171 in 2009 with 303 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 339 births ranking #157. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 71.2%. In 2009, approximately 1 in every 1,034 girls born was named Jemima. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Jemima is a gentle biblical name meaning dove. It feels soft, vintage, and full of quiet charm.
The name appears in the Hebrew Bible and has been used in English-speaking countries for centuries, though its popularity has varied by region and era. Its appeal lies in gentleness and literary warmth.