Jemima
girl name#3517 in 2025Jemima entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #695 in 1885, ranks #3517 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#3517
rank today
#695
peak (1885)
43
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #898 |
| 1890s | #1231 |
| 1900s | #1553 |
| 1910s | #2572 |
| 1920s | #3730 |
| 1930s | #3204 |
| 1940s | #4599 |
| 1960s | #6692 |
| 1970s | #6147 |
| 1980s | #6196 |
| 1990s | #5734 |
| 2000s | #4258 |
| 2010s | #3600 |
| 2020s | #3332 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jemima has been most popular in New York, Florida, Pennsylvania.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Jemima are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jemima alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jemima in 2025?
- Jemima ranks #3517 among US girl names in 2025, with 43 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jemima most popular?
- Jemima peaked in 1885, reaching #695 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jemima with classmates?
- Jemima will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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