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Yasmeen
Pronounced yas-MEEN /jaːs.ˈmiːn/Medium
Meaning: JasmineMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
The name simply means jasmine, the sweet-smelling flower, and comes from Arabic. Yasmeen is one of several spellings of that flower name, alongside Yasmin, Yasmine, and Yasmina. Model Yasmeen Ghauri is among those who have carried this particular spelling.
The flower's name traveled into many languages, producing forms like Jasmina and Jasminka that swap the opening Y for a J. The -een ending gives Yasmeen a soft, drawn-out finish.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Yasmeen Ghauri (1971–present)Female public figure listed on Behind the Name.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Yasmeen mean?
Yasmeen is usually explained as meaning 'jasmine' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.
How do you pronounce Yasmeen?
It's commonly said yas-MEEN /jaːs.ˈmiːn/.
Is Yasmeen a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Yasmeen is used as a girl name.
How popular is Yasmeen?
In 2024, Yasmeen ranked #1933 in the U.S. for girls, with 103 births recorded.






