Jake vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

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Jake Rank #423

Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #423 for Jake.

Is Jake or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Ellis mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Jake and Ellis boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.