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Jake vs Albert

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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Albert

Boy #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble bright (adal + beraht)"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#607
Total SSA Count
467
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Albert Rank #607

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #607 for Albert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Albert more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Albert at #607 in the United States.

What do Jake and Albert mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Albert means "noble bright (adal + beraht)" (Old High German origin).

Are Jake and Albert boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Albert is primarily a boy name.

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