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Jake vs Killian

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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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Killian mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Jake and Killian boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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