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Jin Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jin

"A river (晉水) in Shanxi Province, China, emptying into the Fen River. (Can we clean up this sense? (Is the river extant? GEOnet does not have this. ))"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2023 👥 1,789 in US
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Meaning
A river (晉水) in Shanxi Province, China, emptying into the Fen River. (Can we clean up this sense? (Is the river extant? GEOnet does not have this. ))
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,789
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Jin Mean?

Jin may refer to:

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Jin may refer to:…

Root Element
Jin
Core Meaning
"A river (晉水) in Shanxi Province, China, emptying into the Fen River. (Can we clean up this sense? (Is the river extant? GEOnet does not have this. ))"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jin

J 1
I 9
N 5
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male78%
♀ Female22%

Based on 1,789 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 1,789
Peak year 2023 (65)
First recorded 1961
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jin" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A river (晉水) in Shanxi Province, China, emptying into the Fen River. (Can we clean up this sense? (Is the river extant? GEOnet does not have this. ))".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~1,789 people named Jin in the US. Peaked in 2023 with 65 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jin?

The Life Path number for Jin is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 6.

Is Jin a boy or girl name?

Jin is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 78% male and 22% female.

How many people are named Jin in the US?

Approximately 1,789 people in the United States are named Jin. The name peaked in 2023 with 65 recorded uses.

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