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Jake vs Jensen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jensen

Boy #328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jens (son of John)"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#328
Total SSA Count
1,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Jensen Rank #328

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Jensen more popular?

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Jensen mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Jake and Jensen boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Jensen is primarily a boy name.

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