Jamon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jamon is a name of Spanish origin that means 'ham', derived from the Latin word for 'leg' or 'thigh'. It has evolved from Latin to Old Spanish and is still recognized in modern Spanish. The name is associated with culinary traditions and has gained recognition outside of Spain. It does not have a biblical background, and its current perception is tied to gourmet food.
The name Jamon is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jamon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled 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, 'Jamon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1677th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1495th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1818th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4327th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Jamon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪmən/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Jamon is derived from the Spanish word for 'ham', which comes from the Latin 'hām' meaning 'leg' or 'thigh'.
Meaning
ham
Language Evolution
Latin: hām, Old Spanish: jamón, Modern Spanish: jamón
Historical Usage
The name Jamon has been used in Spanish-speaking cultures and has gained some recognition in other parts of the world due to its association with culinary traditions.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamonito, Jamonero
Modern Popularity & Image
Jamon is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with gourmet food and Spanish cuisine.
Famous People
Jamon Smith - a notable chef known for his culinary expertise.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamon"
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 "Jamon"
"Jamon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1677th of 10718 | 449 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1495th of 16616 | 860 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1818th of 24088 | 1,135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4327th of 23106 | 282 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamon" by Generation for Male 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) |
47.16% 1385th/2937 |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
42.69% 1502nd/3518 |
38.48% 1556th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.18% 1407th/3685 |
- |
25.36% 1317th/5194 |
37.53% 2371st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.87% 1506th/4582 |
- |
19.69% 1440th/7313 |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
- |
52.68% 3594th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Jamon" 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 "Jamon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamon" 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.