Rising since 2022, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Juaquin since 1919
Babies named Juaquin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 11 |
| 1920s | 21 |
| 1930s | 35 |
| 1940s | 46 |
| 1950s | 37 |
| 1960s | 51 |
| 1970s | 150 |
| 1980s | 159 |
| 1990s | 246 |
| 2000s | 398 |
| 2010s | 282 |
| 2020s | 62 |
Meaning & origin
Juaquin is a rare spelling of the well-known Spanish name Joaquin. First recorded in U.S. birth data in 1919, it has never achieved high popularity, peaking in 2006. As of the latest data in 2025, it ranks 8243 with a 1-in-189,786 birth rate. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2022, indicating a potential resurgence. While no specific states show a concentrated usage, its variant Joaquin has been more common in areas with larger Hispanic populations. Parents choosing Juaquin opt for a distinctive twist on a classic name with deep biblical and cultural roots.
Juaquin is a spelling variant of Joaquin, the Spanish form of the Hebrew name Jehoiachin or Yehoyakim, meaning 'Yahweh will establish' or 'raised by Yahweh'. The name appears in the Old Testament as the name of a king of Judah. Saint Joachim, traditionally the father of the Virgin Mary, is a key figure in Christian tradition, further popularizing the name in Spanish-speaking cultures. Juaquin remains a less common spelling but has seen sporadic use in the United States since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Juaquin
Names that share Juaquin's style, for a brother or sister.
