"jasmine flower"
Origin: Persian via Arabic
Language: Persian/Arabic
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Meaning & Origin
"gift from God"
Origin: Arabic symbolic
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Yazmin
Yazmin is a Spanish/Arabic spelling variant of Yasmin (or Jasmine), derived from the Persian 'yasaman' meaning 'jasmine flower.' The jasmine plant — known for its intensely fragrant white blossoms — has been treasured across the Islamic world for centuries, used in perfumes, teas, and poetry as a symbol of beauty, purity, and love. The name traveled from Persia through Arabic into Spanish, evolving into Yazmin in Hispanic communities.
Yazmin is particularly popular in Latin American and Spanish-speaking communities as an alternative spelling to Jasmine and Yasmin. Disney's Princess Jasmine (Aladdin, 1992) dramatically boosted the name's visibility across cultures, and the Yazmin spelling appeals to parents who want a more distinctive written form.
In Persian and Arabic poetry, the jasmine flower symbolizes divine love and spiritual purity. In Andalusian (Spanish-Moorish) culture, jasmine was cultivated extensively in palace gardens — the Alhambra in Granada still features jasmine-filled courtyards — making Yazmin a name with deep Moorish-Spanish heritage.
Historical Record
Yazmin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 9,216 babies have been named Yazmin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yazmin is past its peak , currently ranked #1,775 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jasmine is one of only a handful of flowers that produces more fragrance at night, making it the 'moonflower' of perfumery
- Yasemin is consistently a top-10 name in Turkey, while Yasmin/Yazmin appears in top names across the Arab world, Spain, and Latin America
- The word 'jasmine' entered the English language via French 'jasmin' from Arabic 'yasamin' — a complete linguistic journey from Persia to England
Yazmin in Other Languages
Arabic
ياسمين (Yasmin)
French
Jasmine
Persian
یاسمین (Yasamin)
Spanish
Jazmín
Turkish
Yasemin
Popularity Over Time
#1,775
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2006
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Yazmin
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Yasmin Le Bon
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1964
British supermodel and wife of Duran Duran's Simon Le Bon, one of the top models of the 1980s
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Princess Jasmine Fictional
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Disney's princess from Aladdin (1992), one of the most beloved animated characters and the first Disney princess of Midd...
Disney's princess from Aladdin (1992), one of the most beloved animated characters and the first Disney princess of Middle Eastern descent
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,775
- Total SSA Count
- 113
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Hispanic Middle Eastern Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Yaz
Yazzy
Minnie
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Timeless choice, Arabic heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yazmin
What does the name Yazmin mean?
"jasmine flower" (from Persian via Arabic). "gift from God" (from Arabic symbolic). Yazmin is a Spanish/Arabic spelling variant of Yasmin (or Jasmine), derived from the Persian 'yasaman' meaning 'jasmine flower.' The jasmine plant — known for its intensely fragrant white blossoms — has been treasured across the Islamic world for centuries, used in perfumes, teas, and poetry as a symbol of beauty, purity, and love. The name traveled from Persia through Arabic into Spanish, evolving into Yazmin in Hispanic communities.
What is the origin of the name Yazmin?
Yazmin has Persian via Arabic, Arabic symbolic, Arabic, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and Spanish origins. In Persian via Arabic, it means "jasmine flower". In Arabic symbolic, it means "gift from God".
Is Yazmin a boy or girl name?
Yazmin is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1775. As a boy name, it is ranked #13275. Yazmin is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Yazmin?
Yazmin is currently ranked #1775 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Yazmin?
Common nicknames for Yazmin include Yaz, Yazzy, and Minnie.
What are good middle names for Yazmin?
Popular middle name pairings include Yazmin Rosa, Yazmin Maria, Yazmin Esperanza, Yazmin Luz, and Yazmin Isabel.
What are good sibling names for Yazmin?
Names that pair well with Yazmin as siblings include Valentina, Paloma, Xavier, Alejandro, Camila, and Zara.
How many syllables does Yazmin have?
Yazmin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Yazmin a common or rare name?
Yazmin is an uncommon name, ranked #1775 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Yazmin?
Are there other spellings for Yazmin?
Related spellings include Yazmine.
About the Name Yazmin
Yazmin is a girl name with Arabic, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and Spanish origins . The name means "jasmine flower" in Persian via Arabic .
Is Yazmin a boy or girl name? Yazmin is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,775 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,275. Yazmin is more commonly used as a girl name.
Yazmin is currently ranked #1,775 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Yazmin has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Yazmin include Yaz, Yazzy, and Minnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Yazmin include Yazmine . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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