Jake
jake
Popularity
#422
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Hebrew
Total Births
128,856
Peak Year
#4,485 in 2004
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A short form of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter,' derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Jake Gyllenhaal
American actor known for his versatile roles.
Jake Paul
Content creator and professional boxer.
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