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  ENOCH

The meaning of the boy name Enoch is DEDICATED

Details on ENOCH:

Gender:
Boy
Meaning(s):
Dedicated
Popularity for Boy:
1,484th in the USA (top 5%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

367 births
ENOCH as a BOY in 2024

The meaning(s) of ENOCH:

The name Enoch is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Enoch is: Dedicated, disciplined.
Biblical meaning
The name Enoch is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Enoch is: Dedicated, disciplined.
American meaning
The name Enoch is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Enoch is: Dedicated, trained. Famous bearer: The Old Testament father of Methuselah was named Enoch; British politician Enoch Powell.
Hebrew meaning

USA birth(s) for ENOCH by year:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ENOCH

 ENOCH as a boy

YearBoy Births
2024367 births
2023375 births
2022306 births
2021304 births
2020295 births
2019300 births
2018318 births
2017307 births
2016343 births
2015296 births
2014335 births
2013257 births
2012196 births
2011213 births
2010196 births
2009166 births
2008158 births
2007148 births
2006123 births
2005147 births
2004133 births
2003146 births
2002138 births
2001106 births
2000108 births
199990 births
199875 births
199768 births
199673 births
199556 births
199476 births
199366 births

About the name ENOCH

Enoch, a name steeped in antiquity, finds its roots in the Hebrew word "חָנוֹךְ" (Chanokh), meaning "dedicated" or "trained." This timeless name resonates with a sense of purpose and commitment, evoking images of wisdom and guidance. In the biblical tradition, Enoch is a significant figure, known as a great-grandfather of Noah, who walked with God and was taken to heaven without experiencing death, symbolizing a profound connection to the divine. This name has traversed cultures and geographies, cherished in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions alike. It has found a home in various countries, including the United States, where it has seen a resurgence in popularity, and in Ethiopia, where Enoch is revered in the context of the Kebra Nagast, the Glory of Kings. With its rich history and deep meanings, Enoch embodies not only a strong spiritual legacy but also an inviting warmth, making it a beautiful choice for a child destined to inspire and lead.

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