Hemen

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Pronounced HEH-men /ˈhɛ.mɛn/Medium

Meaning: Of uncertain origin; most plausibly a form of Kurdish Hêmin, 'calm, peaceful, patient', used in Kurdish communitiesLow

In 30 seconds: A quiet rarity most plausibly tied to Kurdish Hêmin — 'calm, peaceful'. Documentation is thin, so we say so: this one's story is still being written.

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Origin LowKurdish

MeaningOf uncertain origin; most plausibly a form of Kurdish Hêmin, 'calm, peaceful, patient', used in Kurdish communities

U.S. rank (2025)#4696 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births29 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 199

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Hemen is a rare name whose origin is genuinely uncertain. The strongest documented thread is Kurdish: Hêmin, 'calm, peaceful, patient', a name cherished through the poet Hêmin Mukriyani, with Hemen appearing as a transliteration; in Kurdish use it is traditionally masculine, but diaspora records show it on girls as well. An unrelated Hemen also names an ancient Egyptian falcon god.

In U.S. records the name is vanishingly rare, and its appearance on girls likely reflects diaspora families adapting a heritage name. We flag the etymology as uncertain rather than dress it in false confidence.

Did you know? Hêmin Mukriyani, the twentieth-century Kurdish poet, made the 'calm' name beloved across Kurdistan — though chiefly for sons.

Overall data confidence 50%

Kurdish name references — Hêmin — possible source; uncertain

Variations

HeminHêmin

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hemen mean?

Hemen's origin is uncertain; the most plausible link is Kurdish Hêmin, meaning 'calm, peaceful, patient'.

How do you pronounce Hemen?

It's said HEH-men /ˈhɛ.mɛn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Hemen a boy or girl name?

In Kurdish tradition the related Hêmin is masculine, but Hemen appears on girls in U.S. records; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Hemen?

Hemen is a vanishingly rare name in the U.S.