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GirlPronounced English /d͡ʒə.ˈmaɪ.mə/

Jemima

A name meaning "dove; daytime".

Quick answer

Jemima is a girl name meaning "dove; daytime".

Pronunciation: English /d͡ʒə.ˈmaɪ.mə/.

GenderGirl
Meaningdove; daytime
PronunciationEnglish /d͡ʒə.ˈmaɪ.mə/

Meaning and history

Traditionally said to mean "dove", it may actually be related to Hebrew יוֹמָם (yomam) meaning "daytime". This was the oldest of the three daughters of Job in the Old Testament. As an English name, Jemima first became common during the Puritan era.

Notes and context

Usage: biblical, english | Ancient Hebrew: יְמִימָה