Find out how popular the first name Joban has been for the last 13 years (from 2011 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Joban by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Joban is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Joban.

The history of the first name Joban

The given name Joban has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It is believed to be derived from the biblical figure Job, whose name in Hebrew is pronounced as "Iyyov." The name is thought to be related to the Hebrew word "ayab," which means "to be hostile" or "to be an enemy."

Joban is a variation of the name Job, which appears in the Book of Job in the Hebrew Bible. The Book of Job is a poetic narrative that explores the themes of suffering, faith, and the nature of divine justice. Job, the central character, is a righteous man who endures immense suffering and challenges but ultimately remains steadfast in his faith.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Joban can be found in the Septuagint, the earliest known Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, dating back to the third century BCE. In this translation, the name Job is rendered as "Iob" or "Iōb," which is closer to the Hebrew pronunciation.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Joban or variations of it. One of the earliest was Joban of Reculver, a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon abbot and saint from Kent, England. Another was Joban of Gascony, a 12th-century French troubadour and crusader.

In the 16th century, Joban Baptista Agnese was an Italian cartographer and map-maker who produced some of the earliest modern maps of the world. Around the same time, Joban Ferrer was a Spanish Renaissance painter and sculptor known for his religious works.

In more recent history, Joban Singh (1870-1942) was an Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule.

While the name Joban has its roots in ancient Hebrew culture and biblical texts, it has been adapted and used across various cultures and time periods, reflecting the diverse ways in which names can evolve and take on new meanings over time.

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