Feminine dossier · first seen 1926
Jinx
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1950
Peak births
18
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
Quick answers about Jinx
How many people are named Jinx?
An estimated 118 living Americans are named Jinx.
How rare is Jinx?
Jinx is very rare among babies today, with 8 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 55.6% from its 1950 peak.
How old is the typical Jinx?
The median age of a living American named Jinx is approximately 71 years, with most bearers falling between 15 and 76 years old.
Is Jinx still popular?
Yes — Jinx is currently rising in popularity, with 8 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 4.8× higher than the previous decade.
1926Peak 19502025
Peak year
1950
Decline from peak
55.6%
2025
8
All-time
204