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Shane vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#602
Total SSA Count
473
Syllables
1
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

Shane Rank #602
Jake Rank #423

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Jake more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Shane and Jake mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shane and Jake boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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