Enoch Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-nok / /ˈiː.nɒk/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: dedicated; English: initiated
Historical & Cultural Background
Enoch is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Bible as the name of a notable figure who walked with God. In Jewish tradition, Enoch is associated with wisdom and prophecy. The name has been used in various cultures and has seen periods of popularity in English-speaking countries. It has also been adopted in literature and religious texts.
Trend Summary
Enoch has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable increase in use in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Enok
- Enoc
International Variants
- Enoque (Portuguese)
- Henoch (German)
- Noé (French)
Famous people named Enoch
Enoch Powell was a British politician known for his controversial speeches and views on immigration.
Enoch Arden is a character in Alfred Lord Tennyson's poem, representing themes of love and sacrifice.
Enoch Light was an American bandleader and recording artist known for his innovative work in the music industry.
Enoch O'Rourke was an Irish-American politician who served in the New York State Assembly.
Fictional characters named Enoch
Enoch is a character in the video game 'The Binding of Isaac,' representing themes of sacrifice and redemption.
Enoch is a character in the 'Left Behind' series, depicted as a biblical figure with significant influence.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Enoch was first seen in the United States in 1880. Enoch has ranked as high as #1007 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, New York, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Enoch has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Enoch (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 65 | |
TX | 46 | |
FL | 18 | |
NY | 16 | |
AZ | 15 | |
IL | 13 | |
WA | 12 | |
TN | 11 | |
MN | 10 | |
NC | 9 | |
PA | 9 | |
MD | 9 | |
LA | 8 | |
VA | 7 | |
IN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 60 |
1881 | 44 |
1882 | 47 |
1883 | 44 |
1884 | 30 |
1885 | 43 |
1886 | 50 |
1887 | 23 |
1888 | 30 |
1889 | 33 |
1890 | 47 |
1891 | 43 |
1892 | 27 |
1893 | 30 |
1894 | 35 |
1895 | 39 |
1896 | 29 |
1897 | 24 |
1898 | 30 |
1899 | 41 |
1900 | 36 |
1901 | 20 |
1902 | 22 |
1903 | 26 |
1904 | 22 |
1905 | 24 |
1906 | 28 |
1907 | 21 |
1908 | 25 |
1909 | 24 |
1910 | 36 |
1911 | 44 |
1912 | 59 |
1913 | 67 |
1914 | 76 |
1915 | 89 |
1916 | 101 |
1917 | 126 |
1918 | 122 |
1919 | 112 |
1920 | 110 |
1921 | 111 |
1922 | 93 |
1923 | 105 |
1924 | 106 |
1925 | 81 |
1926 | 89 |
1927 | 90 |
1928 | 83 |
1929 | 75 |
1930 | 93 |
1931 | 68 |
1932 | 70 |
1933 | 69 |
1934 | 73 |
1935 | 64 |
1936 | 72 |
1937 | 58 |
1938 | 53 |
1939 | 49 |
1940 | 62 |
1941 | 60 |
1942 | 59 |
1943 | 64 |
1944 | 78 |
1945 | 60 |
1946 | 75 |
1947 | 57 |
1948 | 64 |
1949 | 51 |
1950 | 67 |
1951 | 63 |
1952 | 60 |
1953 | 52 |
1954 | 60 |
1955 | 55 |
1956 | 67 |
1957 | 57 |
1958 | 54 |
1959 | 53 |
1960 | 44 |
1961 | 61 |
1962 | 60 |
1963 | 37 |
1964 | 39 |
1965 | 38 |
1966 | 41 |
1967 | 39 |
1968 | 36 |
1969 | 60 |
1970 | 54 |
1971 | 43 |
1972 | 41 |
1973 | 70 |
1974 | 76 |
1975 | 54 |
1976 | 72 |
1977 | 64 |
1978 | 73 |
1979 | 57 |
1980 | 59 |
1981 | 60 |
1982 | 70 |
1983 | 49 |
1984 | 51 |
1985 | 62 |
1986 | 50 |
1987 | 51 |
1988 | 48 |
1989 | 56 |
1990 | 68 |
1991 | 59 |
1992 | 58 |
1993 | 66 |
1994 | 76 |
1995 | 56 |
1996 | 73 |
1997 | 68 |
1998 | 75 |
1999 | 90 |
2000 | 108 |
2001 | 106 |
2002 | 139 |
2003 | 146 |
2004 | 134 |
2005 | 147 |
2006 | 124 |
2007 | 149 |
2008 | 158 |
2009 | 167 |
2010 | 196 |
2011 | 214 |
2012 | 196 |
2013 | 257 |
2014 | 337 |
2015 | 297 |
2016 | 343 |
2017 | 313 |
2018 | 318 |
2019 | 300 |
2020 | 295 |
2021 | 304 |
2022 | 306 |
2023 | 375 |
2024 | 367 |