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Edwin vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Edwin Rank #383
Jake Rank #423

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Jake more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Jake mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edwin and Jake boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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