Jake is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning “Supplanter; Hebrew origin meaning "one who follows" or "holder of the heel".” With 1 syllable, it is short and easy to say. As of 2023, Jake ranks #407 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #294 in 2019.
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jayk
Phonetic spelling
Currently #407 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Jake means “Supplanter; Hebrew origin meaning "one who follows" or "holder of the heel".” It is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Jake is pronounced jayk.
Jake is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Jake currently ranks #407 among boys' names in the United States.
Middle names that pair well with Jake include Jake James, Jake Alexander, Jake William, Jake Thomas.
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