Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 07, 2024

Joachim

US Popularity Rank: 9221

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Established by God

Joachim is a boy's name with Hebrew roots. Meaning "established by God," it comes from the name Jehoichin. In the medieval period, Joachim was believed to be the father of the Virgin Mary in the Catholic tradition, so today, you can use it as a name that emphasizes your strong bond with your faith and share it with baby. It's a more under-the-radar version of its Spanish equivalent, Joaquin.

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