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Jake vs Clarke

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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Clarke

Boy #3,358 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scholar, scribe"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,358
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Clarke Rank #3,358

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #3358 for Clarke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Clarke more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Clarke at #3358 in the United States.

What do Jake and Clarke mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Clarke means "clerk, scholar, scribe" (Old English origin).

Are Jake and Clarke boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Clarke is primarily a boy name.

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