Jack vs Judah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Judah

Boy #179 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"praised, thankful"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish Christian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#179
Total SSA Count
2,069
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jude, Jud

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jack Rank #15
Judah Rank #179

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #179 for Judah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jack ___

  • Jack Henry
  • Jack Thomas
  • Jack William
  • Jack Oliver
  • Jack James
  • Jack Edward

Judah ___

  • Judah James
  • Judah Michael
  • Judah Cole
  • Judah Ray
  • Judah Alexander
  • Judah Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jack

Charlie Lily Oliver Sophie Harry

If you choose Judah

Ezra Silas Elijah Nora Leah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jack or Judah more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Judah at #179 in the United States.

What do Jack and Judah mean?

Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Judah means "praised, thankful" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jack and Judah boy or girl names?

Jack is primarily a boy name. Judah is primarily a boy name.

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