Jasmine Leighton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jasmine Leighton — French
59K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jasmine Leighton is a name that combines French origins. The first name Jasmine is a feminine given name of French origin. Jasmine is a feminine given name. The English name is a reference to the plant of the same name. In terms of etymology, the word jasmine is of Persian origin (in Persian: Yasmin). It entered the English language through Old French. Jasmine is one of the most popular names in the Western world and has numerous spellings. In the United States, it entered popular use in 1973, and from 1986 until 2008 was among the 100 most popular names for American girls. It has declined in popularity, but remains among the top 200 most popular names for girls in the United States. The surname Leighton: Alexander Leighton (1587–1644), Scottish physician and pamphleteer Alexander H. Leighton (1908–2007), sociologist and psychiatrist Amanda Leighton (born 1993), American actress Baron Leighton of St Mellons, UK peerage title Bernardo Leighton, Chilean Christian Democrat Clare Leighton (1898–1989), English-American wood engraver and artist David Keller Leighton, Sr. (1922–2013), American Episcopalian bishop Dorothea Leighton (1908–1989), American social psychiatrist and a founder of the field of medical anthropology Edmund Blair Leighton (1853–1922), English painter F. Jasmine is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 59K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jasmine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jasmine

French

Jasmine is a feminine given name. The English name is a reference to the plant of the same name. In terms of etymology, the word jasmine is of Persian origin (in Persian: Yasmin). It entered the English language through Old French. Jasmine is one of the most popular names in the Western world and has numerous spellings. In the United States, it entered popular use in 1973, and from 1986 until 2008 was among the 100 most popular names for American girls. It has declined in popularity, but remains among the top 200 most popular names for girls in the United States.

Surname: Leighton

Scottish

Alexander Leighton (1587–1644), Scottish physician and pamphleteer Alexander H. Leighton (1908–2007), sociologist and psychiatrist Amanda Leighton (born 1993), American actress Baron Leighton of St Mellons, UK peerage title Bernardo Leighton, Chilean Christian Democrat Clare Leighton (1898–1989), English-American wood engraver and artist David Keller Leighton, Sr. (1922–2013), American Episcopalian bishop Dorothea Leighton (1908–1989), American social psychiatrist and a founder of the field of medical anthropology Edmund Blair Leighton (1853–1922), English painter F.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jasmine is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Jasmine by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jasmine Leighton

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Jasmine Leighton:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Jasmine?
The first name Jasmine originates from French. Jasmine is a feminine given name. The English name is a reference to the plant of the same name. In terms of etymology, the word jasmine is of Persian origin (in Persian: Yasmin). It entered the English language through Old French. Jasmine is one of the most popular names in the Western world and has numerous spellings. In the United States, it entered popular use in 1973, and from 1986 until 2008 was among the 100 most popular names for American girls. It has declined in popularity, but remains among the top 200 most popular names for girls in the United States.
When was Jasmine most popular?
The name Jasmine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Leighton?
The surname Leighton originates from Scottish. Alexander Leighton (1587–1644), Scottish physician and pamphleteer Alexander H. Leighton (1908–2007), sociologist and psychiatrist Amanda Leighton (born 1993), American actress Baron Leighton of St Mellons, UK peerage title Bernardo Leighton, Chilean Christian Democrat Clare Leighton (1898–1989), English-American wood engraver and artist David Keller Leighton, Sr. (1922–2013), American Episcopalian bishop Dorothea Leighton (1908–1989), American social psychiatrist and a founder of the field of medical anthropology Edmund Blair Leighton (1853–1922), English painter F.
What are the origins of the name Jasmine Leighton?
The name Jasmine Leighton combines two different traditions: the first name Jasmine has French roots, while the surname Leighton originates from Scottish.
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