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Killian vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Killian

Boy #370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"associated with the church"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish French American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#370
Total SSA Count
884
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Killian Rank #370
Jake Rank #423

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Killian or Jake more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Killian and Jake mean?

Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Killian and Jake boy or girl names?

Killian is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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