Enoch Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Enoch has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'dedicated' or 'trained'. It evolved from 'Hanokh' to 'Enoch' in English. This name is associated with biblical significance, particularly as a figure who walked with God and is connected to Noah. Enoch has been viewed positively, often linked with wisdom and spirituality. While not widely used today, it retains a classic appeal and has been adopted by notable individuals.
The name Enoch is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Enoch has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Enoch' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 588th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 768th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 997th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1110th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1406th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1162nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 773rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Enoch' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Enoch"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːnɒk/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Enoch comes from the Hebrew name 'Hanokh', which means 'dedicated' or 'trained'.
Meaning
dedicated, trained
Language Evolution
Hanokh (Hebrew), Enoch (English)
Biblical Background
Enoch is a significant figure in the Bible, known as the great-grandfather of Noah and described as a man who walked with God.
Historical Usage
The name Enoch gained popularity in the English-speaking world after the Reformation, particularly among Puritans who valued biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Hanokh, Enos, Iñigo
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Enoch is considered an uncommon but classic name, often associated with wisdom and a spiritual background.
Famous People
Enoch Powell (British politician), Enoch Arden (fictional character in a poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Enoch"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Enoch"
"Enoch" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 588th of 7545 | 1,829 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 768th of 6773 | 1,210 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 997th of 7552 | 1,076 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1110th of 10718 | 877 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1406th of 16616 | 953 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1162nd of 24088 | 2,217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 773rd of 23106 | 3,812 |
Regional Popularity of "Enoch" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
74.79% 1059th/1416 |
51.27% 707th/1379 |
19.53% 462nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.59% 1014th/1546 |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
26.86% 632nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.76% 1175th/2227 |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
32.00% 913th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
36.75% 1280th/3483 |
36.73% 1292nd/3518 |
33.41% 1351st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.49% 1787th/3685 |
37.88% 1695th/4475 |
33.48% 1739th/5194 |
21.62% 1366th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.63% 1541st/4582 |
26.39% 1363rd/5164 |
18.84% 1378th/7313 |
11.78% 879th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.13% 842nd/3984 |
19.57% 878th/4487 |
11.86% 809th/6822 |
10.20% 640th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Enoch" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Enoch"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Enoch" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.