Jinx

English word name

"spell, curse, bringer of bad luck"

Jinx Origin and Meaning

The name Jinx is a boy's name meaning "spell, curse, bringer of bad luck".

A popular choice for black cats, Jinx was also given to 5 boys in 2023. Previously, it had been largely given to a small number of girls each year and appeared in the James Bond movie "Die Another Day" on a character played by Halle Berry.

Said character is actually named Giacinta, meaning Jinx could be a playful nickname for Giovanni, Julian, Gene, Jenson, Jamison, or similar.

Jinx Popularity

• 1504 Nameberry 2021
• 97 Cats 2020