Jemima means "dove" in Hebrew. 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.
Biblical and English feminine name.
Biblical namesake: Jemima was the eldest daughter of Job, born to him after his trials. She is remembered as a symbol of restoration and blessing in the conclusion of Job's story. (Job · Job 42:14)
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