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Jake vs Mace

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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Mace

Boy #2,832 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heavy club weapon"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,832
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Mace Rank #2,832

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #2832 for Mace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Mace more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Mace at #2832 in the United States.

What do Jake and Mace mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Mace means "heavy club weapon" (Old French origin).

Are Jake and Mace boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Mace is primarily a boy name.

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