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Yasmine

Girl name · 144 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Yasmine: 144 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 11 births in 2002.

Yasmine is a name with Persian origins, ultimately derived from Yasmin, meaning “jasmine flower”—a fragrant bloom long associated with grace and beauty in Persian poetry and culture. It also appears widely across Arabic-speaking communities, where the same floral association holds. Among notable bearers is American actress Yasmine Bleeth, best known for her role on the TV series Baywatch, as well as Lebanese singer Yasmine Hamdan, whose music blends traditional and modern Arab influences. The name shares its root with the city of Yasmine in Tunisia, though no place is directly named after a bearer. A common variant is Yasmin, which has enjoyed widespread popularity in Scotland, while the spelling Yasmine adds a distinctive elegance that appeals to parents seeking a floral, internationally recognised name with a soft yet striking sound.