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Jake vs Alijah

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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Alijah

Boy #431 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#431
Total SSA Count
734
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Alijah Rank #431

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #431 for Alijah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Alijah more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Alijah at #431 in the United States.

What do Jake and Alijah mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Alijah means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jake and Alijah boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Alijah is primarily a boy name.

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