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Clarke vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clarke

Boy #3,358 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scholar, scribe"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,358
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Clarke Rank #3,358
Jake Rank #423

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #3358 for Clarke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarke or Jake more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Clarke at #3358 in the United States.

What do Clarke and Jake mean?

Clarke means "clerk, scholar, scribe" (Old English origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clarke and Jake boy or girl names?

Clarke is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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