Rhys vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhys

Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Welsh British Australian

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Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Rhys Rank #354

Jake Rank #423

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

Is Rhys or Jake more popular?

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

What do Rhys and Jake mean?

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

Are Rhys and Jake boy or girl names?

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