Chimene

Greek

"hospitable, welcoming, guest"

Chimene Origin and Meaning

The name Chimene is a girl's name of French origin.

Chimene is a feminine name of Spanish and French origin, derived from the Spanish name Jimena. It gained literary recognition through 'El Cid,' the medieval Spanish epic where Jimena/Chimene was the wife of the hero Rodrigo Díaz. The name may have Basque roots, possibly relating to 'semen' meaning 'son' or descendant. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, Chimene has occasional usage in France and Spain. Pronounced 'shee-MEN' or 'chee-MAIN,' the name carries an elegant, literary quality with historical associations to nobility and faithfulness. Its rarity makes it distinctive while its historical connections provide cultural depth.

Famous People Named Chimene

• Chimène Badi b. 1982, French singer
• Chimène Suleyman London,born writer of Turkish heritage
• Chimène protagonist in famous french 17th century love story ,Le Cid, play by Pierre Corneille
• Chimene Diaz elder sister of actress Cameron Diaz

The name Chimene in Pop Culture

• "Chimène ou Le Cid," a French,language opera by Antonio Sacchini