Jimena
Jimena is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning “Heard, listener”, pronounced hee-MEH-nah. It ranked #578 in the United States in 2025, given to 515 babies, and peaked at #387 in 2005. Common nicknames: Jime, Mena, Xime.
How popular is Jimena in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Jimena mean, and where does it come from?
Jimena is a medieval Spanish name, a form of Ximena whose origins are argued over — Basque on one side, a feminine of Simon, "he has heard," on the other. History knows it through Jimena Díaz, the wife of El Cid, who held Valencia for three years after his death. The name faded for centuries and came back strongly in Spain and Mexico in the 1990s. American records hold it from 1966; it entered the top thousand in 2001 and peaked in 2005. The J is pronounced as an H.
How is Jimena used around the world?
Jimena is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 5+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Jimena?
Famous People Named Jimena
- Jimena Díaz — noblewoman and wife of Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, El Cid
- Jimena Navarrete — Mexican model and Miss Universe 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Jimena mean?
Jimena is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "Heard, listener." Jimena is a medieval Spanish name, a form of Ximena whose origins are argued over — Basque on one side, a feminine of Simon, "he has heard," on the other. History knows it through Jimena Díaz, the wife of El Cid, who held Valencia for three years after his death.
How do you pronounce Jimena?
Jimena is pronounced hee-MEH-nah. Common variations include Ximena, Chimene, Jimenna.
Is Jimena a girl name?
Yes, Jimena is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Jime, Mena, Xime.