The nameChimène
Chimène is a French girl's name, the heroine of Corneille's Le Cid.
- Girl's name
- Spanish
Meaning
It is the French form of the Spanish Jimena, of debated meaning.
Origin
Spanish.
History
Rare in France until the early 2000s, it surged in 2003, the year the singer Chimène Badi became known.
Popularity of the name Chimène
Chimène in France
2003peak year (115 births)
730babies named Chimène in France since 1900
Chimène was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 370 births over the decade, 51% of all recorded babies named Chimène. Its rise began around 1967, and it peaked in 2003. Half of all babies named Chimène in France were born before 2003.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chimène mean?
It is the French form of the Spanish Jimena, of debated meaning.
What is the origin of the name Chimène?
Spanish.
Is Chimène a girl's or a boy's name?
Chimène is a girl's name.