Jake vs Wells

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

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Jake Rank #423

Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #423 for Jake.

Is Jake or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Wells mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Jake and Wells boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.