Jack vs Elijah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jack

Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #8 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Jack Rank #15

Elijah Rank #8

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #15 for Jack.

Is Jack or Elijah more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Jack at #15 in the United States.

What do Jack and Elijah mean?

Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jack and Elijah boy or girl names?

Jack is primarily a boy name. Elijah is primarily a boy name.