Jamin Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-min //ˈdʒeɪ.mɪn//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'son of the right hand'; English: variant of James
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jamin has its roots in Hebrew, deriving from the name יָמִין (Yamin), which means "right hand" or "right side." This etymology reflects a common linguistic practice in Hebrew where names often carry significant meanings related to physical attributes or virtues. The name Jamin appears in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Chronicles, where it is associated with one of the descendants of Benjamin, a prominent tribe in ancient Israel.
The transliteration of Jamin into Greek and subsequently into Latin occurred as these texts were translated, particularly during the Hellenistic period and later during the Roman Empire, which facilitated the spread of Hebrew names into broader cultural contexts, including early Christianity. Historically, the name Jamin has been noted in various biblical texts, particularly in the genealogies of the tribes of Israel.
Its mention in the context of the tribe of Benjamin, which is often associated with strength and valor, lends the name a sense of historical significance. The name's presence in the Hebrew Bible, especially during the periods of the monarchy in Israel, underscores its longstanding connection to Jewish heritage and identity.
Additionally, the name has been included in various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which helped to preserve its usage through the centuries. Culturally, Jamin carries connotations of loyalty and steadfastness, qualities often attributed to the right hand in various traditions, symbolizing strength and support.
The name has also seen variations and diminutives in different cultures, although Jamin itself remains a distinct form. Its biblical roots and historical associations contribute to its resonance in religious and cultural contexts, making it a name with enduring significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jamin was first seen in the United States in 1964.
Jamin has ranked as high as #991 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California, New York, Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Jamin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jamin 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 Jamin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jamin (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 5 |
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 Jamin.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 36 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2016 | 44 |
| 2015 | 45 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2013 | 42 |
| 2012 | 58 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2009 | 78 |
| 2008 | 71 |
| 2007 | 89 |
| 2006 | 91 |
| 2005 | 85 |
| 2004 | 88 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2002 | 81 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2000 | 63 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 1998 | 43 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1993 | 58 |
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1989 | 51 |
| 1988 | 63 |
| 1987 | 53 |
| 1986 | 67 |
| 1985 | 73 |
| 1984 | 86 |
| 1983 | 94 |
| 1982 | 111 |
| 1981 | 103 |
| 1980 | 131 |
| 1979 | 135 |
| 1978 | 97 |
| 1977 | 115 |
| 1976 | 83 |
| 1975 | 60 |
| 1974 | 52 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1972 | 33 |
| 1971 | 34 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1964 | 6 |