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Jachym (Jáchym) is the Czech variant of the male first name Joachim, which originates from the biblical names Jehoiachin (יְהוֹיָכִין) or Jehoiakim (יְהוֹיָקִים). The translation of the name is 'God uplifts', 'God supports', or 'God establishes'.
What does the name Jachym mean?
Jachym (Jáchym) is the Czech form of the first name Joachim, which traces back to the biblical figures Jehoiachin (יְהוֹיָכִין) and Jehoiakim (יְהוֹיָקִים). The name translates to 'God uplifts', 'God supports', and 'God establishes'. Its roots lie in the ancient Hebrew terms yahweh or jəhō (יהוה) for 'JHWH, God' and kun or kwm (כּוּן) for 'to uplift, to establish, to arise, to prepare, to build' or alternatively qum or kwn (קוּם) for 'to set up, to confirm, to strengthen, to elevate'. Other variants include Joacim, Jokum, Quim, Jochen, Jochim, Jockel, Joakim, Joaquin, Jovakim, Jehoiakim, Jakim, Akim, Achim, and Yakim.
Where does the name Jachym come from?
The name Jachym has its roots in ancient Hebrew and means 'God uplifts'.
How do you pronounce Jachym?
The pronunciation of Jachym is two syllables and has an interesting structure. In the German-speaking area, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ja-chim' [ˈjaxɪm], which leads to a compact and slightly edgy sound. The 'ch' gives the name a distinctive, rough note, while the 'm' forms a calm ending. Thus, Jachym radiates an independent and strong presence – concise, firm, and with a Slavic depth.
When is the name day of Jachym?
Jachym celebrates his name day on July 26 and August 16.
Popularity
In Germany, Jachym is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd among the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2019 at 3,920th. Over the last ten years, Jachym has been given about 10 times, placing it 6,380th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 7,533rd.
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Famous people
- Jachym Bulin (Czech ski jumper)
- Jáchym Topol (Czech author)
- Jachym Topol (Czech writer)
- Josef Jachym Redelmayer (painter from the USA)
Frequently asked questions about the name Jachym
What does the name Jachym mean?
Jachym is the Czech form of Joachim and means 'God uplifts', 'God supports', or 'God establishes'.
Where does the name Jachym come from?
The name has its roots in ancient Hebrew and is widely used in the Czech language.
How popular is the name Jachym?
Jachym enjoys a certain popularity in the Czech Republic and is frequently used, but has less international prevalence.