Jake

Boy's name

Jake is a diminutive of the name Jacob, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel."

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 743 Falling
Peak year 2004

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jake Gyllenhaal - Actor known for "Brokeback Mountain" and "Nightcrawler."
  • Jake Johnson - Actor in "New Girl" and "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse."
  • Jake T. Austin - Actor in "Wizards of Waverly Place."
  • Jake Paul - YouTuber, boxer, and social media personality.
  • Jake Bugg - Singer-songwriter known for folk and indie rock music.
  • Jake Abel - Actor in "Percy Jackson" and "Supernatural."
  • Jake Shears - Lead singer of the band Scissor Sisters.
  • Jake E. Lee - Guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne and Badlands.
  • Jake Lloyd - Actor who played young Anakin Skywalker in "Star Wars."
  • Jake LaMotta - Former professional boxer and subject of "Raging Bull."

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