Jake vs Jacques

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

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Jake Rank #423

Jacques Rank #2,375

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Is Jake or Jacques more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Jake and Jacques mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Jake and Jacques boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Jacques is primarily a boy name.