Jemma
girl name#862 in 2025Jemma entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #527 in 2018, ranks #862 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1915–2025
#862
rank today
#527
peak (2018)
313
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3746 |
| 1930s | #4550 |
| 1940s | #3883 |
| 1950s | #5621 |
| 1970s | #7596 |
| 1980s | #6709 |
| 1990s | #5353 |
| 2000s | #3252 |
| 2010s | #667 |
| 2020s | #704 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jemma has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 7,900 people named Jemma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jemma is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jemma in 2025?
- Jemma ranks #862 among US girl names in 2025, with 313 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jemma most popular?
- Jemma peaked in 2018, reaching #527 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jemma with classmates?
- Jemma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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