Jimon
A masculine Japanese name meaning "second gate" or "two portals".
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Jimon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jimon today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jimon births was 1998 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jimon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jimon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
1998
8 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
1998 SSA rank
#7,173
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Jimon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jimon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jimon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jimon
The name Jimon is of Japanese origin, stemming from the combination of the words "ji" meaning "character" or "letter" and "mon" meaning "gate" or "entrance." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with scholars, writers, or those involved in literary pursuits.
In ancient Japanese mythology, there are references to a figure named Jimon-Tenno, who was believed to be one of the earliest legendary emperors of Japan, said to have reigned during the 7th century BC. However, the historical accuracy of this figure is widely debated among scholars.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Jimon can be traced back to the 12th century, appearing in various historical records and literary works of the Heian period in Japan. One notable figure from this era was Jimon Fukushima (1152-1227), a renowned Buddhist monk and calligrapher who contributed significantly to the development of the Japanese writing system.
During the Kamakura period (1185-1333), a prominent samurai warrior named Jimon Minamoto (1193-1252) gained recognition for his bravery and military prowess. He was a member of the influential Minamoto clan and played a crucial role in several battles against rival clans.
In the Edo period (1603-1868), a celebrated artist and ukiyo-e painter named Jimon Suzuki (1718-1781) gained widespread acclaim for his masterful depictions of kabuki actors and courtesans. His woodblock prints are considered among the finest examples of the ukiyo-e art form.
Another notable figure was Jimon Nishiyama (1865-1924), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's education in Japan. He founded one of the country's first higher educational institutions for women, which later became Nishiyama Women's University.
In the realm of literature, Jimon Nakajima (1920-1994) was a renowned novelist and essayist who explored themes of human existence, love, and the complexities of modern society. His works, such as "Shayō" (Twilight) and "Jōkyō" (Emotions), earned him critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.
While the name Jimon has its origins in Japanese culture, it has also been adopted and used in other parts of the world, though its popularity and usage may vary across different regions and time periods.
People
Jimon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jimon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jimon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jimon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jimon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Jimon a common name?
We classify Jimon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 8 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jimon most popular?
The single biggest year for Jimon was 1998, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jimon is about 28 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jimon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jimon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jimon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jimon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jimon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jimon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Jimon as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Jimon on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.