YESMIN
Yesmin
Yesmin is a rare British surname of South Asian origin, often found in families with Bangladeshi or Indian heritage. Surnames like Yesmin are traditionally derived from given names or personal characteristics. In this case, "Yesmin" is likely a variation of the Arabic name "Yasmin" or "Jasmine," which is also a type of fragrant flower.
Individuals with the surname Yesmin may have a link to Islam, as Yasmin (or Jasmine) is a popular name among Muslim communities. The use of botanical names as surnames also reflects the cultural significance of nature and aesthetics in South Asian societies.
The Yesmin surname may have variations in spelling, such as "Yasmin" or "Jasmine," due to transliteration from script systems like Arabic or Bengali to Latin characters. Genealogical studies of the Yesmin surname can provide insights into migration patterns, family structures, and cultural exchange between South Asia and Britain.
In modern British society, individuals with the surname Yesmin contribute to the diverse tapestry of multicultural identities across the country. Researching the history and origins of the Yesmin surname can offer a deeper understanding of the migration, settlement, and integration of South Asian communities in the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 125 people named Yesmin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Yesmin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Akhtar
- Aktar
- Ali
- Baby
- Chowdhury
- Dil
- Jahan
- Jay
- Said
- Sultan
Female
- Fahmida
- Farhana
- Farida
- Farjana
- Forida
- Khaleda
- Sabina
- Shamima
- Sultana
- Tahmina