Jake vs Keegan

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

Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Keegan Rank #595

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #595 for Keegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Keegan more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Keegan at #595 in the United States.

What do Jake and Keegan mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin).

Are Jake and Keegan boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Keegan is primarily a boy name.

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