At a glance
- In short
- Jkobe is a modern male name with American English pronunciation, likely derived from the Japanese name Kobe, meaning "god's door."
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2021 (#10,799)
- Babies in 2021
- 6 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #6,258 in 2003
- First recorded
- 1998
Meaning of Jkobe
Jkobe is a male name with American English pronunciation as jay-KOH-bee (/dʒeɪkeˈoʊbi/). It is a variation of the name Kobe. Jkobe has been given to a small number of newborn boys in the United States, with varying popularity over the years. While it does not currently rank high on the charts, it has consistently been chosen by some parents who appreciate its unique sound and modern feel. The origin of Jkobe is likely derived from the Japanese name Kobe, which means "god's door" or "door to god." This association adds depth and cultural significance to the name Jkobe, making it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy.
How to pronounce Jkobe
English
- Pronounced jay-KOH-bee /dʒeɪkeˈoʊbi/
Popularity of Jkobe in the U.S.
Jkobe was last recorded in the U.S. in 2021, ranked #10,799 with 6 babies. It peaked at #6,258 in 2003. It first appears in the records in 1998.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1998–2021 11 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 | 10,799 | ▲ 1,223 |
| 2020 | 5 | 12,022 | back (not recorded in 2017–2019) |
| 2016 | 6 | 10,744 | back (not recorded in 2013–2015) |
| 2012 | 6 | 10,770 | back (not recorded in 2011) |
| 2010 | 5 | 12,231 | back (not recorded in 2008–2009) |
| 2007 | 5 | 12,369 | ▼ 314 |
| 2006 | 5 | 12,055 | back (not recorded in 2004–2005) |
| 2003 | 11 | 6,258 | back (not recorded in 2002) |
| 2001 | 7 | 8,339 | ▲ 2,010 |
| 2000 | 5 | 10,349 | back (not recorded in 1999) |
| 1998 | 7 | 7,560 | new |