Joachim

At a Glance

Meaning

'the LORD will establish' (from Yeho- + yakim, 'he will raise up')

Origin

Hebrew

Gender

Primarily used for boys

Pronunciation

JOH-uh-kimListen

Joachim is a Hebrew name, pronounced JOH-uh-kim, that means 'the LORD will establish.' It comes from Yeho- and yakim, 'he will raise up,' so the name carries a sense of being lifted up and made steady. It's a distinctive pick that most people will say correctly on the first try.

Meaning & Origin of Joachim

Meaning: 'the LORD will establish' (from Yeho- + yakim, 'he will raise up').

Origin: Hebrew.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Joachim

Popularity of Joachim

Joachim has never been a common name in the U.S.: it peaked at #1795 in 1928, when 19 babies were given it. In 2024 it ranked #4618, with 22 babies, so it has stayed rare across the 1912-2024 range.

Names Like Joachim

These names have followed a similar path to Joachim in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Kimiko
• Enid
• Rolan
• Leeroy
• Dominga
• Jd

FAQ

What does the name Joachim mean?

‘the LORD will establish’ (from Yeho- + yakim, ‘he will raise up’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Joachim?

Joachim is pronounced JOH-uh-kim (IPA: /ˈdʒoʊəkɪm/).

Is Joachim a popular name right now?

Joachim peaked at #1795 in 1928 and is ranked #4618 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)

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