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By Grace Royal · Jul 2026

Jinx

OriginEnglish word name
Meaning"spell, curse, bringer of bad luck"
GenderBoy
Also a girl's nameShow me Jinx as a girl's name
NB Rank#1662

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The name Jinx peaked for boys at #11540 in 2024. Jinx is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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#24🐈 Cats#1662🫐 Nameberry

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