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Joaquin
Meaning: raised by God (Spanish Joachim) · Origin: Hebrew (via Spanish) · Gender: usually a boy's name
Origin & history
The Spanish form of Joachim, 'raised by Yahweh', traditionally the father of the Virgin Mary.
Famous people named Joaquin
- Joaquin Phoenix (actor)
Nicknames
Quino, Jo
Variants & related names
Joachim, Gioacchino, Joaquim
Joaquin name art
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FAQ
What does the name Joaquin mean?
Joaquin means “raised by God (Spanish Joachim)”. It comes from Hebrew (via Spanish).
Is Joaquin a popular name?
Yes — Joaquin has been one of the most popular boys' names in the United States in the 2020s, according to US Social Security Administration baby-name data.
What are nicknames for Joaquin?
Quino, Jo.
What are other forms of Joaquin?
Joachim, Gioacchino, Joaquim.
Similar names
Jose · Adam · Micah · Giovanni · Nathaniel · Jonah
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Sources: standard name etymology references (e.g. Behind the Name, Oxford Dictionary of First Names); popularity from US SSA and UK ONS baby-name data. Meanings of old names are often debated — where scholars disagree we say so.