Yehoyakim

Hebrew

"he will establish"

Yehoyakim Origin and Meaning

The name Yehoyakim is a boy's name.

Yehoyakim is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, appearing in biblical texts as Jehoiakim (יְהוֹיָקִים). The name combines elements of the divine name YHWH with the Hebrew word "yakim," meaning "he will establish" or "he will raise up," thus conveying the meaning "Yahweh establishes" or "established by God." In biblical history, Jehoiakim was a king of Judah mentioned in the Books of Kings, Chronicles, and Jeremiah. The name maintains its traditional Hebrew pronunciation in Yehoyakim, preserving its authentic cultural roots. Though rare in contemporary usage outside of Jewish communities with strong religious traditions, the name carries significant theological and historical weight for those who choose it, connecting a child to ancient Jewish heritage and biblical narratives.