Yasmin
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Yasmin
Yasmin derives from the Arabic word "yasmin" (ياسمين), meaning jasmine flower, a fragrant plant valued in Middle Eastern and South Asian cultures.
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Etymology
Yasmin derives from the Arabic word "yasmin" (ياسمين), meaning jasmine flower, a fragrant plant valued in Middle Eastern and South Asian cultures. The name is predominantly used in Islamic, Arab, Persian, and South Asian communities, with historical usage dating back centuries in regions from the Middle East to the Indian subcontinent.
Yasmin currently ranks #959 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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