Jinora
A feminine name of Tibetan origin signifying "truth prevails".
Name Census estimates that about 319 living Americans carry the first name Jinora. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jinora today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jinora births was 2022 (65 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jinora. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Jinora with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
319
~ 1 in 1,074,465 Americans
Peak year
2022
65 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,058
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Jinora: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jinora from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 248 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jinora 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 Jinora during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jinoras live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. California, Texas, New York recorded the most babies named Jinora, while Washington, Colorado, Arizona recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 11 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jinora
The name Jinora has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, where it is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit words "jina" meaning "victor" or "conqueror" and "arya" meaning "noble" or "honorable." It is a feminine name that has been in use for centuries, particularly among Hindu communities in the region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jinora can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often associated with goddesses or female deities revered for their strength, valor, and noble qualities. The name gained popularity during the classical period of Indian history, when it was commonly bestowed upon daughters of aristocratic or royal families.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Jinora. One of the most famous was Jinora Devi (1050-1120), a revered mystic and spiritual teacher from the Kashmiri region, renowned for her profound wisdom and teachings on the path to enlightenment. Another prominent figure was Jinora Kumari (1675-1745), a celebrated poet and scholar from the Mughal court, whose works were widely acclaimed for their lyrical beauty and intellectual depth.
In the realm of politics and leadership, Jinora Bai (1825-1892) was a prominent ruler and reformer from the princely state of Jhansi in central India. She played a pivotal role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against British colonial rule and is regarded as a symbol of courage and patriotism in Indian history.
More recently, Jinora Kalra (1925-2010) was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer, who dedicated her life to preserving and promoting the traditional dance forms of India. Her contributions to the art form were widely recognized, and she received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Bhushan award from the Government of India.
Another notable figure was Jinora Kapoor (1935-2018), a celebrated Bollywood actress and film producer, who starred in numerous iconic movies and is considered one of the most influential figures in the Indian film industry. Her acting prowess and graceful persona made her a beloved figure across generations of cinema enthusiasts.
These are just a few examples of the many remarkable women who have carried the name Jinora throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the Indian subcontinent and beyond.
People
Jinora + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jinora 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
Jinora: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jinora?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 319 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jinora 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 1,074,465 US residents.
Is Jinora a common name?
We classify Jinora as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 321 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jinora most popular?
The single biggest year for Jinora was 2022, when 65 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jinora is about 5 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 Jinora in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jinora a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jinora in the SSA data are female. 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 Jinora still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jinora 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 Jinora 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 common is the name Jinora?
See how many people share the name Jinora on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.