"favored, blessed"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jamin
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An ancient Hebrew name meaning divine favor and strength
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The Story of Jamin
Jamin is a Hebrew Biblical name (יָמִין, Yamin) meaning 'right hand' or 'son of the right hand.' In ancient Hebrew symbolism, the right hand represented strength, favor, and blessing — to sit at someone's right hand was the highest honor. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as Jamin, a son of Simeon and grandson of Jacob (Genesis 46:10), making it one of the tribal names of ancient Israel. Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes and Jacob's beloved youngest son, shares the same root — 'Ben-Yamin' literally means 'son of the right hand.'
Jamin has been quietly used in Christian and Jewish communities as a Biblical alternative to the ubiquitous Benjamin. Its rising popularity reflects interest in ancient Hebrew names that feel fresh to modern ears while carrying deep scriptural roots.
The concept of the 'right hand' in Biblical culture was profoundly important — God's right hand was his power (Psalm 118:16), and Jesus is described as seated at God's right hand. A name meaning 'right hand' carries connotations of divine favor and strength.
Historical Record
Jamin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 3,412 babies have been named Jamin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jamin is past its peak , currently ranked #3,304 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Benjamin (Ben-Yamin) shares the same Hebrew root as Jamin, meaning 'son of the right hand'
- The tribe of Benjamin, descended from Jacob's youngest son, produced Israel's first king, Saul, and the Apostle Paul
Jamin in Other Languages
Arabic
يمين (Yamin)
French
Jamin
Hebrew
יָמִין (Yamin)
Spanish
Jamin
Popularity Over Time
#3,304
Current Rank
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Peaked 1979
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Jamin (son of Simeon)
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Biblical figure, son of Simeon and grandson of Jacob, one of the founders of an Israelite clan (Genesis 46:10)
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,304
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Cultural Origins
- American Christian Jewish African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Jay
Jam
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jamin
What does the name Jamin mean?
"favored, blessed" (from Hebrew). Jamin is a Hebrew Biblical name (יָמִין, Yamin) meaning 'right hand' or 'son of the right hand.' In ancient Hebrew symbolism, the right hand represented strength, favor, and blessing — to sit at someone's right hand was the highest honor. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as Jamin, a son of Simeon and grandson of Jacob (Genesis 46:10), making it one of the tribal names of ancient Israel. Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes and Jacob's beloved youngest son, shares the same root — 'Ben-Yamin' literally means 'son of the right hand.'
What is the origin of the name Jamin?
Jamin has Hebrew, American, Christian, Jewish, and African American origins. In Hebrew, it means "favored, blessed".
Is Jamin a boy or girl name?
Jamin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3304. As a girl name, it is ranked #60413. Jamin is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jamin?
Jamin is currently ranked #3304 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jamin?
Common nicknames for Jamin include Jay and Jam.
What are good middle names for Jamin?
Popular middle name pairings include Jamin Israel, Jamin Elijah, Jamin David, Jamin Isaiah, Jamin Michael, and Jamin Lee.
What are good sibling names for Jamin?
Names that pair well with Jamin as siblings include Ezra, Micah, Zion, Noa, Abigail, and Miriam.
How many syllables does Jamin have?
Jamin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jamin a common or rare name?
Jamin is an uncommon name, ranked #3304 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jamin
Jamin is a boy name with American, Christian, Jewish, and African American origins . The name means "favored, blessed" in Hebrew .
Is Jamin a boy or girl name? Jamin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,304 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #60,413. Jamin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jamin is currently ranked #3,304 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jamin has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jamin include Jay and Jam. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jamin include Jamir, Jamie, Jamison, Jamil, Jamiri . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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