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Jemima

Gender: Girl Meaning: Handsome Origin: Hebrew Pronunciation: je MYE ma Related Names: No related names

Jemima: Popularity

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200th+ most popular girls name in the UK

Unrecorded number of
births in 2008

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Additional information about the name Jemima:

Jemima is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, and is thought to mean ‘Handsome’. It is found in the Old Testament as the name of one of Job’s daughters. Its peak of popularity was in the 19th century, but it is still found today. It can be found used in much loved children’s book ‘Jemima Puddle Duck’ by Beatrix Potter where it is the name of a kind, caring but naive duck.

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