Jake vs Rhys

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

English American Australian

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Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Welsh British Australian

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Jake Rank #423

Rhys Rank #354

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 vs #423 for Jake.

Is Jake or Rhys more popular?

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Rhys mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Jake and Rhys boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Rhys is primarily a boy name.