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Jake vs Frederick

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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Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#424
Total SSA Count
741
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Frederick Rank #424

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Frederick more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Jake and Frederick mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Jake and Frederick boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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