Jacques vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacques

Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

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Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Jacques Rank #2,375

Jake Rank #423

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Is Jacques or Jake more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Jacques and Jake mean?

Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacques and Jake boy or girl names?

Jacques is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.