Jimena
Spanish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Jimena
Jimena derives from the Basque name Ximeno, which likely comes from the Basque root meaning "hearkening" or "listening," related to the verb entzun (to hear).
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Etymology
Jimena derives from the Basque name Ximeno, which likely comes from the Basque root meaning "hearkening" or "listening," related to the verb entzun (to hear). The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures and has deep roots in medieval Spain, notably borne by the wife of El Cid, the legendary 11th-century Castilian military leader.
Jimena currently ranks #578 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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