Jakin Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-kin /ˈdʒeɪ.kɪn/

Origin: Hebrew; English

Meaning: Hebrew: God will establish; English: variant of Jacob

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jakin has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the name יָכִין (Yakhin), which translates to "he will establish" or "he will strengthen." This name appears in the biblical context, specifically in the Old Testament, where Jakin is mentioned as one of the two bronze pillars that stood in front of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem, alongside Boaz. The name's journey into English can be traced through the Greek transliteration, followed by Latin adaptations, and eventually into Old French before becoming established in Middle English forms.

Historically, the name Jakin has been associated with various biblical figures and has been referenced in significant religious texts. Its mention in the context of the Temple of Solomon, which dates back to the 10th century BCE, underscores its importance in Jewish history and culture.

The name has also been included in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version published in 1611, which helped to solidify its presence in the English-speaking world. Culturally, Jakin carries connotations of strength and establishment, resonating with themes of stability and support, which are significant in both religious and secular contexts.

The name has been used in various forms of literature and art, often symbolizing foundational aspects of faith and community. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Jaki or Jakinus may have emerged in certain cultures, reflecting a tendency to create affectionate or familiar variations of names.

Overall, Jakin's historical and cultural significance has contributed to its enduring legacy.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jakin was first seen in the United States in 1993.

Jakin has ranked as high as #10559 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in .

In the past 5 years the name Jakin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Jakin is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jakin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jakin.

Year Total Births Boy
2023 5 5
2021 5 5
2020 8 8
2019 10 10
2018 11 11
2016 5 5
2015 10 10
2014 12 12
2013 13 13
2012 9 9
2011 16 16
2010 14 14
2009 15 15
2008 14 14
2007 13 13
2006 12 12
2005 16 16
2004 18 18
2003 6 6
2002 6 6
2001 9 9
2000 11 11
1999 10 10
1998 8 8
1994 6 6
1993 6 6

Top States for Jakin

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