Jinks
boy nameJinks entered the US charts in 1929, peaked at #3559 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1929–2025
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rank today
#3559
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3559 |
| 1930s | #4001 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jinks are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jinks alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jinks in 2025?
- Jinks is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jinks most popular?
- Jinks peaked in 1929, reaching #3559 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jinks with classmates?
- Jinks will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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