Jake vs Major

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #581 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"greater, superior"

Origin: Latin

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Jake Rank #423

Major Rank #581

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #581 for Major.

Is Jake or Major more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Major at #581 in the United States.

What do Jake and Major mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Major means "greater, superior" (Latin origin).

Are Jake and Major boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Major is primarily a boy name.