In the Persian language, Jasmine comes from the word “yasmin.” This is the Farsi word for the jasmine flower, which people in the Persian Empire used to make perfume. The word itself means “God’s gift” or “coming from the flower”. In the English language, Jasmine refers to the flower of the same name (1).

The etymology of Jasmine is Persian, and the original spelling is Yasmin. The word entered the English language through Old French and is now mainly spelled as Jasmine. It’s thought that Eastern Europeans were the first to use it as a female name.

The name Jasmine gained popularity in the United States in the 1970s, and from 1986 until 2008, it was among the 100 most popular names for girls in America.

Jasmine peaked as the 23rd most popular name in 1994. At present, it’s ranked around 140th, solidifying its reputation as a popular name (2).

The name Jasmine comes with many variations in spelling, thus many pronunciations.

Jasmine is the most common spelling. You pronounce this version as JAZ-min. Sometimes people mispronounce it as JAZ-mine or jaz-MEEN. These pronunciations usually coincide with an alternate spelling of the name.

In the United States, Jasmine is almost always a girl’s name. In French culture, the variation Jasmin is sometimes used for boys.

Depending on the country and culture, the name Jasmine can take many forms.

Here is a list of the most common variations of Jasmine and their origins.

Nicknames for Jasmine are generally a shortened version of the name, with similar spelling to the first syllable of the name. Here is a list of common nicknames for Jasmine and its variations.

If you like the idea of the name Jasmine but are not sure if it is exactly what you’re looking for, there are a few names that have a similar sound, meaning, and spelling you might want to consider.

Floral-inspired Names Similar to Jasmine:

Other “J” Names Similar to Jasmine:

Persian-rooted Names Similar to Jasmine:

If you are not going the family route for a middle name, try pairing one of these names with Jasmine:

Sibling names are hard to find, especially if you intend to stick to a theme like the same letter or number of syllables. We have listed some great names that pair well with Jasmine while letting each name shine its unique light. These names have a similar meaning or start with the same letter.

Here is a quick list of famous people named Jasmine or named with a common spelling variation of Jasmine.

In this section, you’ll get answers to some frequently asked questions about the name Jasmine.

Jasmine isn’t a rare name, but it’s not as common as some names that hit the top 10. This name peaked in the 23rd position in 1994. Since then, it has slid down the charts, leaving the top 100 in 2015. It’s still currently very popular in the 141st position.

If you want to use the name Jasmine but prefer something rare, consider alternate spellings of the name. For instance, Jazmin ranks 637th and Jazmine is 778th. A different spelling will let you have the sound of the name you love, but with less popularity on the charts.

Jasmine has many good possible nicknames, such as Jazz, Jazzy, Minnie, and more. You can also choose nicknames according to your child’s personality. Since Princess Jasmine from Aladdin is such a popular character, you might like to use that as a nickname for your daughter.

While there is no Jasmine mentioned in the Bible, the name still has spiritual roots. In the Persian language, Jasmine is “yasmin,” which means “Gift of God.” If you want your daughter’s name to have a religious connotation, Jasmine is a great name to choose.