"gold"
Origin: Chinese
Language: Mandarin
Jin
Pronunciation: [ j-IHN ]
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The Story of Jin
Jin is a name used across multiple East Asian cultures, each with its own meaning depending on the written character. In Chinese, 金 (Jīn) means 'gold' — the most precious metal — making it an auspicious name. The character 晋 (Jìn) means 'advance' or 'progress.' In Korean, 진 can be written with various hanja characters meaning 'truth,' 'treasure,' or 'ferry crossing.' In Japanese, Jin (仁) means 'benevolence' or 'humanity.' Each version carries its own cultural weight.
Jin has gained global visibility through K-pop, particularly through Jin (Kim Seok-jin) of BTS, one of the world's most famous music groups. BTS's global popularity has introduced millions of non-Asian fans to Korean names, boosting interest in short, elegant East Asian names.
In Chinese tradition, naming a child Jin (gold) is considered auspicious, connecting the child to prosperity and value. In Korean culture, Jin as '진' conveys truthfulness and authenticity. The name's brevity also aligns with the East Asian naming tradition of meaningful single-character names.
Historical Record
Jin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 1,404 babies have been named Jin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jin is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,610 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- BTS member Jin (Kim Seok-jin) helped make this name known to millions of Western fans who might never have encountered it otherwise
- In Chinese, Jin (金) is also one of the most common surnames, making it familiar across both name contexts
Jin in Other Languages
Korean
진
Chinese
金/晋
Japanese
仁
Vietnamese
Jinn
Popularity Over Time
#2,610
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #2,610
- Total SSA Count
- 51
- Cultural Origins
- Chinese Korean Japanese Vietnamese
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jin
What does the name Jin mean?
"gold" (from Chinese). "truth, genuine" (from Korean). "benevolence, humanity" (from Japanese). Jin is a name used across multiple East Asian cultures, each with its own meaning depending on the written character. In Chinese, 金 (Jīn) means 'gold' — the most precious metal — making it an auspicious name. The character 晋 (Jìn) means 'advance' or 'progress.' In Korean, 진 can be written with various hanja characters meaning 'truth,' 'treasure,' or 'ferry crossing.' In Japanese, Jin (仁) means 'benevolence' or 'humanity.' Each version carries its own cultural weight.
What is the origin of the name Jin?
Jin has Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese origins. In Chinese, it means "gold". In Korean, it means "truth, genuine". In Japanese, it means "benevolence, humanity".
Is Jin a boy or girl name?
Jin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2610. As a girl name, it is ranked #13194. Jin is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jin?
Jin is pronounced j-IHN.
How popular is the name Jin?
Jin is currently ranked #2610 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jin?
Popular middle name pairings include Jin Lee, Jin Park, Jin Young, Jin Soo, Jin Ho, and Jin Woo.
What are good sibling names for Jin?
Names that pair well with Jin as siblings include Mina, Yuna, Joon, Seo, Hana, and Kai.
How many syllables does Jin have?
Jin has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jin a common or rare name?
Jin is an uncommon name, ranked #2610 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jin
Jin is a boy name with Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese origins . The name means "gold" in Chinese .
Is Jin a boy or girl name? Jin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,610 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #13,194. Jin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jin is currently ranked #2,610 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jin has 1 syllable and is pronounced j-IHN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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