Find out how popular the first name Yazzmin has been for the last 8 years (from 2002 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yazzmin by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Yazzmin is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yazzmin.

The history of the first name Yazzmin

The name Yazzmin is derived from the Arabic name Yasmin, which itself is derived from the Persian word "yasaman" meaning "jasmine flower." The name has its roots in the ancient Middle Eastern and Persian cultures dating back thousands of years.

The jasmine flower has long been associated with beauty, purity, and fragrance in these regions, and it is believed that the name was originally given to girls in hopes that they would possess these qualities. The earliest recorded use of the name Yasmin dates back to the 7th century AD, when it appeared in ancient Arabic texts and poetry.

In the 12th century, the name gained popularity among the ruling classes of the Persian and Ottoman empires. One of the most notable historical figures to bear the name was Yasmin Khanum, the wife of the famous Mughal emperor Akbar, who ruled the Indian subcontinent in the 16th century.

The variant spelling "Yazzmin" emerged in the 19th century, likely as a result of the name's adoption by English-speaking cultures. One of the earliest recorded examples of this spelling is Yazzmin Ismail, an Egyptian writer and activist who lived from 1878 to 1924.

Over the centuries, the name has been borne by several notable figures across various fields. These include Yazzmin Granthon (1930-2008), a South African anti-apartheid activist; Yazzmin Nefer (1965-), an American actress and model; Yazzmin Castillo (1977-), a Mexican-American painter; Yazzmin Juarbe (1980-), a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter; and Yazzmin Valino (1992-), a Spanish professional tennis player.

While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its roots can be traced back to the ancient cultures of the Middle East and Persia, where it was associated with the beauty and fragrance of the jasmine flower.

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