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Jake vs Zack

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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Zack

Boy #1,388 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God has remembered"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,388
Total SSA Count
135
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Zack Rank #1,388

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #1388 for Zack.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Zack more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Zack at #1388 in the United States.

What do Jake and Zack mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Zack means "God has remembered" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jake and Zack boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Zack is primarily a boy name.

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