Jake vs Romeo

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

Romeo

Boy #283 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"pilgrim to Rome; from Rome"

Origin: Italian/Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#283
Total SSA Count
1,188
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Romeo Rank #283

Romeo is more popular, ranked #283 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Romeo more popular?

Romeo is more popular, ranked #283 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Romeo mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Romeo means "pilgrim to Rome; from Rome" (Italian/Latin origin).

Are Jake and Romeo boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Romeo is primarily a boy name.

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