Joaquin
Joaquin is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Spanish origin, meaning “Raised up by God”.
| Meaning | Raised up by God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | wah-KEEN |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Joaquin
Joaquin is the Spanish form of Joachim, which goes back to the Hebrew Yehoyakim, usually explained as 'God will raise up' or 'established by God'. The older idea that it means 'God will judge' comes from confusion with other biblical names. Christian tradition, drawing on the second-century Protoevangelium of James rather than the Bible itself, names Joachim as the father of the Virgin Mary. Modern bearers include the actor Joaquin Phoenix.
Is Joaquin a Christian name?
Joaquin is a Christian name honouring Saint Joachim, venerated with his wife Saint Anne as the grandparents of Jesus. They are not named in the New Testament; the names come from early apocryphal writings.
How popular is Joaquin?
Widely used across Spain and Latin America and increasingly familiar in the United States.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Joaquin mean?
Joaquin means 'Raised up by God'. It is of Hebrew, via Spanish origin.
Is Joaquin a Christian name?
Joaquin is a Christian name honouring Saint Joachim, venerated with his wife Saint Anne as the grandparents of Jesus. They are not named in the New Testament; the names come from early apocryphal writings.
How do you pronounce Joaquin?
Joaquin is pronounced wah-KEEN.
Is Joaquin a boy or girl name?
Joaquin is usually a boy name.