"Supplanter; holder of the heel"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Jakie
Pronunciation: [ j-AK-ee ]
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A distinctive 2-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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The Story of Jakie
Jakie is a diminutive and nickname form of Jake or Jacob, from the Hebrew Yaakov meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel. It was used as a given name in its own right in mid-20th century America and Britain, part of the trend of using affectionate nicknames as formal names.
Historical Record
Jakie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 208 babies have been named Jakie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jakie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,988 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #34,988
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- English Hebrew American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Jake
Jay
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Jakie is also used as a girl name, ranked #37021.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jakie
What does the name Jakie mean?
"Supplanter; holder of the heel" (from Hebrew). Jakie is a diminutive and nickname form of Jake or Jacob, from the Hebrew Yaakov meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel. It was used as a given name in its own right in mid-20th century America and Britain, part of the trend of using affectionate nicknames as formal names.
What is the origin of the name Jakie?
Jakie has Hebrew, English, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "Supplanter; holder of the heel".
Is Jakie a boy or girl name?
Jakie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #34988. As a girl name, it is ranked #37021. Jakie is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jakie?
Jakie is pronounced j-AK-ee.
How popular is the name Jakie?
Jakie is currently ranked #34988 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jakie?
Common nicknames for Jakie include Jake and Jay.
What are good middle names for Jakie?
Popular middle name pairings include Jakie Lee, Jakie James, Jakie Ray, Jakie Dean, and Jakie Wayne.
What are good sibling names for Jakie?
Names that pair well with Jakie as siblings include Bobby, Teddy, Ronnie, Jimmie, and Danny.
How many syllables does Jakie have?
Jakie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jakie a common or rare name?
Jakie is an uncommon name, ranked #34988 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jakie
Jakie is a boy name with English, Hebrew, and American origins . The name means "Supplanter; holder of the heel" in Hebrew .
Is Jakie a boy or girl name? Jakie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #34,988 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #37,021. Jakie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jakie is currently ranked #34,988 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jakie has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-AK-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jakie include Jake and Jay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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