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Ellis 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

Ellis Rank #273
Jake Rank #423

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellis or Jake more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Ellis and Jake mean?

Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ellis and Jake boy or girl names?

Ellis is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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