Enoc
Meaningdedicated · Hebrew
Enoc is a Mexican boy name meaning “dedicated”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- AnagramShuffle the letters of Enoc and you get Coen. Same letters, different name.
- GenerationEnoc is having its moment right now. Most Enocs are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Enoc would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 28,490 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryEnoc first shows up in US birth records in 1955, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 70 years since.
- Where it's lovedWant to meet a lot of Enocs? Head to North Carolina, where it's the #873 boy name, its best showing of any state.
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About the name Enoc
Enoc is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “dedicated”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Enoc
What does the name Enoc mean?
Enoc means “dedicated” and comes from Hebrew. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Marcos (“dedicated to Mars”), Enoch (“dedicated”), Marcello (“dedicated to Mars”) and Marcellus (“dedicated to Mars”).
What is the origin of the name Enoc?
Enoc is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Hebrew. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Enoc a boy or girl name?
Enoc is a boy name. In 2025, 60 US boys were named Enoc.
How popular is the name Enoc?
Enoc ranked #2,304 for US boys in 2025, given to 60 babies. Its best year was 2024, when it reached #2,057. Over the last five years it has climbed 201 places.
What names are similar to Enoc?
If you like Enoc, you might also like Marcos, Enoch, Marcello and Marcellus.
What should I know before naming my baby Enoc?
Enoc is a Mexican boy name meaning “dedicated”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.