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Cayden vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
743
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cayden Rank #350
Jake Rank #423

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayden or Jake more popular?

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Cayden and Jake mean?

Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cayden and Jake boy or girl names?

Cayden is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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