Jimma Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jimma

"Jimma is the largest city in southwestern Oromia Region, Ethiopia"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2013 👥 146 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Jimma is the largest city in southwestern Oromia Region, Ethiopia
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
146
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Jimma Mean?

Jimma is the largest city in southwestern Oromia Region, Ethiopia. It is a special zone of the Oromia Region and is surrounded by Jimma Zone. It has a latitude and longitude of 7°40′N 36°50′E. Prior to the 2007 census, Jimma was reorganized administratively as a special Zone.

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Jimma is the largest city in southwestern Oromia Region, Ethiopia. It is a special zone of the Oromia Region and is surrounded by Jimma Zone. It has a latitude and longitude of 7°40′N 36°50′E. Prior to the 2007 census, Jimma was reorganized administratively as a special Zone.

Root Element
Jimma
Core Meaning
"Jimma is the largest city in southwestern Oromia Region, Ethiopia"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jimma

J 1
I 9
M 4
M 4
A 1
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

📊 Jimma in Numbers

146 US bearers
2013 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jimma" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Jimma is the largest city in southwestern Oromia Region, Ethiopia".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~146 people named Jimma in the US. Peaked in 2013 with 16 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jimma?

The Life Path number for Jimma is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 9.

Is Jimma a boy or girl name?

Jimma is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Jimma in the US?

Approximately 146 people in the United States are named Jimma. The name peaked in 2013 with 16 recorded uses.

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