JIMENEZ
Jimenez
Jimenez is a Spanish surname of patronymic origin, meaning "son of Jimeno". It is derived from the given name Jimeno, which itself is a variant of Simon. The surname Jimenez traces its roots back to Spain, particularly to the regions of Castile and Navarre.
Over time, the surname Jimenez has spread beyond Spain to various countries, including the United Kingdom. This can be attributed to historical migrations and the Spanish influence on British culture. Individuals bearing the surname Jimenez can be found across the UK, further enriching its diverse population.
The surname Jimenez carries with it a sense of heritage and ancestry, linking individuals to their Spanish roots. Today, many people proudly bear the surname Jimenez as a testament to their familial connections and to honour the legacy of their forebears.
There are approximately 864 people named Jimenez in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,281st most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Jimenez.
Origin: Iberian
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Spain
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Spanish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Albert
- Anthony
- Antonio
- Carlos
- Daniel
- David
- Fernando
- Francisco
- John
- Jose
- Joseph
- Juan
- Luis
Female
- Alexandra
- Ana
- Anna
- Carmen
- Catherine
- Gemma
- Isabel
- Jaime
- Janet
- Laura
- Maria
- Monica
- Rosa
- Victoria