Jabin
Jabin is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Perceptive, wise, or whom God understands.
Origin and history
Jabin is a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'perceptive' or 'whom God observes'. In the Old Testament, Jabin is the name of kings of Hazor. It remains a rare given name in the United States, used consistently but in small numbers.
Popularity in the United States
626 babies in the United States have been named Jabin since 1880. It ranks #4050 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1897.
States where it is most popular
- TX (50 %)
- VA (50 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 58 |
| 1980-1990 | 56 |
| 1990-2000 | 78 |
| 2000-2010 | 257 |
| 2010-2019 | 142 |
| 2020-2029 | 30 |
Fun facts
- Jabin is mentioned in the Book of Joshua and the Book of Judges as a title or name of kings of Hazor.
- The name has been registered in official U.S. birth records since the late 20th century, remaining an uncommon choice.