Jemima

Meaning & origin

Jemima is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "dove." In the United States, the name is strongly associated with Aunt Jemima, a figure widely criticized as a racist stereotype. In the Bible, Jemima is mentioned as the eldest daughter of Job. The name also appears in popular culture, notably with Jemima Potts in "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" and Jemima Puddle-duck in children's literature.

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Famous people with the first name Jemima

• Jemima Kirke Artist
• Jemima Goldsmith British journalist and film and television producer
• Jemima Rooper British actress
• Jemima Osunde Person
• Jemima Nicholas Welsh woman

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