Jinx
Girl nameJinx has been given to 216 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It peaked in 1950. In 2025, about 1 in 200,908 girls was named Jinx.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
216
Peak year
1950 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1926
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
94% girls / 6% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jinx — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jinx.
Sibling name ideas for Jinx
Same era and popularity as Jinx, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jinx?
Jinx has been given to 216 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jinx peak?
Jinx peaked in 1950, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Jinx a girl or boy name?
Jinx is primarily a girl name (94% of babies named Jinx are girls).
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