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Jimena
heard by God
Origin
Spanish
Used in
es
Origin and meaning of Jimena
Jimena is the feminine form of Jimeno/Ximeno, a medieval Iberian name of Basque or pre-Roman origin, traditionally interpreted as 'heard, the one God hears'. Much of its literary fame comes from Doña Jimena Díaz, the historical wife of El Cid Campeador, celebrated in the Cantar de Mio Cid. Today it has returned to favor across Spain and Latin America as an elegant name rooted in Castilian epic tradition.
Variants around the world
How Jimena sounds in other languages.
XimenaSimena
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jimena mean?
The name Jimena means heard by God.
What is the origin of the name Jimena?
Origin of Jimena: Spanish.
What are the international variants of the name Jimena?
International variants of Jimena: Ximena and Simena.