Jake
Meaning of Jake
The name Jake is a popular male given name that has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the name Jacob, which means "supplanter" or "holder of the heel." Pronounced as "jayk," it has been a favored choice for parents over many decades. Jake carries an approachable and friendly connotation, often associated with a down-to-earth and dependable personality. In literature and entertainment, characters named Jake are frequently portrayed as trustworthy and relatable, further cementing its appeal. Over the years, the name has seen fluctuations in popularity within the United States. For instance, it ranked 407th in 2023 with 781 occurrences but was much higher at 96th place in 2000 with 4,091 occurrences. Despite these changes, Jake remains a timeless classic that continues to be cherished by many families.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as jayk (/dʒeɪk/)
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Notable People Named Jake
| Jake Gyllenhaal - Jacob Benjamin Gyllenhaal is an American actor from the renowned Gyllenhaal family, known for his breakthrough roles in October Sky and Donnie Darko. |
| Jake Joseph Paul is an American professional boxer, YouTuber, and former Disney Channel actor known for his rise to fame on Vine and his role on the series Bizaardvark. |
| Jake Zyrus, previously known as Charice Pempengco, is a well-known Filipino singer and TV personality. |
| Jacob Paul Tapper is a prominent American journalist, author, and cartoonist, known for his role as the lead Washington anchor for CNN and hosting The Lead with Jake Tapper. |
| Jake Peavy - Jacob Edward Peavy is a former professional baseball pitcher and current MLB Network analyst, known for his career with the San Diego Padres, Chicago White Sox, Boston Red Sox, and San Francisco Giants. |
| Jake Plummer - Jason Steven "Jake" Plummer is a former American professional football quarterback who played 10 seasons in the NFL, known for his time with the Arizona Cardinals and the Denver Broncos. |
| Jake Locker - Jacob Cooper Locker is a former American football quarterback who played for the University of Washington and was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 2011 NFL Draft. |
| Jake Ellenberger is a retired American mixed martial artist and former United States Marine who competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) from 2005 to 2018. |
| Jake Owen, born Joshua Ryan Owen, is an American country music singer who gained fame after releasing his debut album, Startin' with Me, in 2006 under RCA Nashville. |
| Jake Butt - Jonathan Duane "Jake" Butt is a former professional football player known for his successful career as a tight end for the Denver Broncos in the NFL. |
| Jake Odorizzi - Jacob Todd Odorizzi is a free agent professional baseball pitcher who has played for several Major League Baseball teams. |
| Jake Kaufman is an American video game music composer known for his work on popular games such as Shantae, Contra 4, and Shovel Knight. |
| Jake T. Austin, born Jake Toranzo Austin Szymanski, is an American actor known for his roles in Disney Channel's Wizards of Waverly Place and as the voice of Diego on Nickelodeon's Go, Diego, Go!. |
| Jake Marisnick - Jacob Shawn Marisnick is a well-traveled American professional baseball outfielder currently with the Los Angeles Angels organization, having played for multiple teams in Major League Baseball. |
| Jake Muzzin - Jacob Muzzin is a former Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman known for his 12-season career in the NHL with the Los Angeles Kings and Toronto Maple Leafs, winning a Stanley Cup with the Kings in 2014. |
