What does Joaquim mean and where does it come from?
Joaquim is a Portuguese and Spanish form of the name Joachim, which has Hebrew roots (יוֹקִים) and is often associated with the Biblical figure, the father of Mary, mother of Jesus. The name has been popular in Portugal and Brazil and has a long history of usage dating back to the Middle Ages. Notab
Cultural significance
Joaquim has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portugal-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yahweh has established.
Peak popularity
Reached #2650 in 1940 — currently #3254 in the US.
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Joaquim works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Joaquim Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Joaquim Rose
Floral · soft ending
Joaquim Mae
Sweet · timeless
Joaquim Claire
French influence · crisp
Joaquim Jane
Literary · strong
Joaquim Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Joaquim right now?
Rising fast — up 245 spots — currently #3254 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #3254 | 37 | ▲ up 245 · +12% births |
| 2022 | #3499 | 33 | ▲ up 35 · +3% births |
| 2021 | #3534 | 32 | ▲ up 460 · +28% births |
| 2020 | #3994 | 25 | ▲ up 920 · +32% births |
| 2015 | #4914 | 19 | ▼ down 1007 · -27% births |
| 2010 | #3907 | 26 | ▲ up 3839 · +189% births |
| 2005 | #7746 | 9 | ▼ down 1352 · -10% births |
| 2000 | #6394 | 10 | ▲ up 1563 · +67% births |
| 1995 | #7957 | 6 | ▼ down 3214 · -45% births |
| 1990 | #4743 | 11 | ▲ up 567 · +57% births |
| 1985 | #5310 | 7 | ▲ up 1197 · +40% births |
| 1980 | #6507 | 5 | ▼ down 2737 · -44% births |
| 1975 | #3770 | 9 | ▼ down 99 · +13% births |
| 1970 | #3671 | 8 | ▼ down 967 · -20% births |
| 1965 | #2704 | 10 | — |
The story of Joaquim
Joaquim entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. With 807 total births recorded, Joaquim remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4167 in 1920 to #3254 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Joaquim in 1940:
Joaquim by decade
Joaquim peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1910s | 25 | |
| 1920s | 43 | |
| 1930s | 18 | |
| 1940s | 27 | |
| 1950s | 25 | |
| 1960s | 28 | |
| 1970s | 81 | |
| 1980s | 64 | |
| 1990s | 79 | |
| 2000s | 163 | |
| 2010s ★ | 229 | |
| 2020s | 25 | |
💎Joaquim has only 807 total recorded births since 1917 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Joaquim
What does the name Joaquim mean?
Joaquim means "Yahweh has established" — a name rooted in Portugal tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Joaquim?
Joaquim is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Joaquim have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Joaquim?
Joaquim originates from Portugal tradition. Portugal names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Joaquim trending right now?
Joaquim is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Joaquim a common or rare name?
Joaquim is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.