Joban

Joban is a given name commonly found among Punjabi-speaking communities in the Indian subcontinent and the global diaspora. It is primarily masculine in usage, though name gender can vary by community. The name is linked to the Punjabi word joban meaning youth, prime, or vigor, and is often interpreted as a wish for vitality in adulthood. In practice, Joban may be used as a standalone name or as the first element in compound Punjabi names such as Jobanpreet or Jobanjit, reflecting common naming patterns that pair a personal quality with positive attributes.

In terms of geographic distribution, Joban is especially common in Punjab and among Punjabi communities in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and parts of the Middle East. The name has appeared in literature, film, and media within South Asian communities, contributing to its recognition beyond linguistic circles.

Variants and related names include forms that share the same root meaning or phonetic similarity, though distinct from unrelated names in other language families. See also references to Punjabi given names and patterns of naming in the region.