Getsemani
Meaningoil press · Hebrew
Getsemani is a Mexican girl name meaning “oil press”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Getsemani would score 12 points.
- GenerationGetsemani peaked in 2004, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Getsemani you'd meet today is about 21 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Getsemani would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 72,993 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryGetsemani first shows up in US birth records in 1992, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 33 years since.
US births per million girls, 1992–2025
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About the name Getsemani
Getsemani is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “oil press”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
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Questions about the name Getsemani
What does the name Getsemani mean?
Getsemani means “oil press” and comes from Hebrew.
What is the origin of the name Getsemani?
Getsemani is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Hebrew. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).
Is Getsemani a boy or girl name?
Getsemani is a girl name. In 2025, 22 US girls were named Getsemani.
How popular is the name Getsemani?
Getsemani ranked #5,554 for US girls in 2025, given to 22 babies. Its best year was 2004, when it reached #3,631. Over the last five years it has climbed 771 places.
What should I know before naming my baby Getsemani?
Getsemani is a Mexican girl name meaning “oil press”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.