Jemima Name Meaning

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The name Jemima comes from Biblical roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Jemima below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.

Jemima Name Meaning

Biblical, EnglishMeans "dove" in Hebrew. This was the oldest of the three daughters of Job in the Old Testament. As an English name, Jemima first became common during the Puritan era.

Origin: BiblicalGender: Girl
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