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Jake vs Blake

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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Blake

Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#265
Total SSA Count
1,311
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Blake Rank #265

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Blake more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Blake mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Jake and Blake boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.

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