Jack vs Lincoln

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jack

Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15
Total SSA Count
8,434
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#73
Total SSA Count
4,567
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jack Rank #15
Lincoln Rank #73

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #73 for Lincoln.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jack or Lincoln more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Lincoln at #73 in the United States.

What do Jack and Lincoln mean?

Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin).

Are Jack and Lincoln boy or girl names?

Jack is primarily a boy name. Lincoln is primarily a boy name.

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