Jemimah

Meaning of Jemimah

Jemimah is a female given name of Hebrew origin, derived from Yəmîmậ and commonly interpreted as “dove” or “daylight.” Pronounced JEH-mee-mah (/'dʒɛ.mɪ.mə/), it entered English usage via the biblical narrative of Zelophehad’s daughter, whose successful claim in the Book of Numbers underscores themes of equity and agency. In the United States, Jemimah has maintained modest but consistent usage—not exactly topping the popular charts, yet indicative of a niche revival—registering between 24 and 31 annual occurrences from 2018 to 2024 and ranking between 915 and 929. Its stable morphology and unambiguous phonetics provide technical reliability, while its historical depth appeals to parents seeking a name that balances tradition with a discreetly distinctive presence.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as JEH-mee-mah (/'dʒɛ.mɪ.mə/)

• Miah
• Jemma
• Gemma
• Jemima
• Jemmy
• Jem