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Name Origin

Joaquim is a Portuguese and Catalan masculine given name. It's derived from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan', meaning 'God is gracious'.

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Famous People

Joaquim António de Sousa Mouzinho de Albuquerque (1859-1937)

Portuguese politician and jurist

  • Minister of Justice in the Provisional Government (1910)
  • President of the Chamber of Deputies (1914-1915)
  • Advocate for republicanism and liberal reforms

Joaquim Alberto Silva (1970-)

Brazilian footballer

  • Played as a midfielder
  • Known for his technical skills and passing ability

Joaquim Phoenix (1974-)

American actor and producer

  • Academy Award for Best Actor (Joker, 2019)
  • Known for roles in Gladiator, Walk the Line, The Master