Enoch
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Dedicated, trained, experienced
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #746 in 2025 with 348 babies born.
History: A biblical name borne by a son of Cain and, more significantly, by the great-grandfather of Noah who 'walked with God' and was taken to heaven without dying. The Book of Enoch is an important ancient Jewish text.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Enoch? About 1 in 9,565 babies born in 2025 were named Enoch, or roughly 1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Enoch
What does the name Enoch mean?
Enoch means “Dedicated, trained, experienced” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Enoch?
Enoch has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Dedicated, trained, experienced”.
How popular is Enoch?
Enoch ranked #746 in 2025 — given to 348 babies that year.
When was Enoch most popular?
Enoch peaked in 2023 with 375 babies registered that year.
Is Enoch a boy or girl name?
Enoch is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Enochs in registered births are male.
Is the name Enoch rising or falling in popularity?
Enoch has risen 42 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #788 in 2020 to #746 in 2025.
How long has Enoch been recorded?
Enoch appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.