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Ari vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ari

Boy #400 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#400
Total SSA Count
805
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ari Rank #400
Jake Rank #423

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ari or Jake more popular?

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Ari and Jake mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ari and Jake boy or girl names?

Ari is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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