"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew via English
Language: English
Jakk
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A distinctive 1-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Jakk first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 16 babies have been named Jakk in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jakk is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #24,207 for boy names in the US .
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#24,207
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #24,207
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
Middle Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jakk
What does the name Jakk mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew via English)
What is the origin of the name Jakk?
Jakk has Hebrew via English, American, and English origins. In Hebrew via English, it means "God is gracious".
Is Jakk a boy or girl name?
Jakk is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jakk?
Jakk is currently ranked #24207 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jakk?
Popular middle name pairings include Jakk Hunter, Jakk Ryder, Jakk Cole, and Jakk Blake.
What are good sibling names for Jakk?
Names that pair well with Jakk as siblings include Kyler, Braxton, Zane, and Rylee.
How many syllables does Jakk have?
Jakk has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jakk a common or rare name?
Jakk is an uncommon name, ranked #24207 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jakk
Jakk is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew via English .
Jakk is currently ranked #24,207 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jakk has 1 syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Jakk include Jake, Jakari, Jakai, Jakob, Jakobe . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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