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Jemimah

Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jemimah: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2025.

Jemimah, a name of Hebrew origin, appears in the Old Testament as the eldest of Job’s three beautiful daughters born after his trials, her name likely meaning “dove” or “daylight.” The Bible’s Jemimah, alongside her sisters Keziah and Keren-Happuch, was noted for inheriting property—a rare and striking detail in scripture. Although no prominent historical bearers spring to mind, the name has a gentle, enduring charm that appeals to parents seeking a biblical choice with a soft sound. The modern spelling Jemima, popularized by Beatrix Potter’s mischievous Jemima Puddle-Duck, is far more common; the “-ah” ending lends Jemimah a more traditional, poetic feel that distinguishes it nicely.