Ximena
Ximena is a girls' name of Spanish origin meaning “one who hears, hearkening.” It ranked #125 in the United States in 2025. Ximena is the medieval Spanish form of Jimena, derived from the Basque name Semen.
how do you pronounce Ximena?
hee-MEH-nah
Hear it spoken aloud with our AI pronunciation tool.
what does Ximena mean?
The name Ximena means “one who hears, hearkening.” It comes from the Spanish language tradition.
Ximena is the medieval Spanish form of Jimena, derived from the Basque name Semen. Jimena Díaz was the historical wife of El Cid, the legendary Spanish hero. The X spelling reflects the archaic Castilian pronunciation. Ximena has become hugely popular across Latin America.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #125 |
| 2023 | #130 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Ximena?
- Ximena Sariñana (Mexican singer-songwriter)
- Ximena Navarrete (Miss Universe 2010)
what names are similar to Ximena?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
love Ximena? get 10 more names curated for your family.
Popularity rankings and meanings are just the starting point. Our AI consultant finds names that match your heritage, style, and what matters most to you.
Completely free. No credit card required.
start free consultation