Jake

Meaning supplanter
Origin Hebrew
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 1
Syllabification Jake

About Jake

Jake is a name that carries a sense of strength, determination, and ambition. Derived from the name Jacob, it holds deep biblical roots and represents an individual who is persistent in pursuing their goals. The name Jake symbolizes someone who follows their own path, overcoming obstacles with resilience and a drive to succeed.

With its simple yet timeless charm, Jake is a popular choice for parents seeking a strong and masculine name for their baby boy. Its versatility is evident in its variations like Jacob, Jakob, and Jacoby, offering options for personalization.

Famous personalities like Jake Gyllenhaal, the renowned actor, and Jake Shimabukuro, the accomplished ukulele virtuoso, have brought recognition to the name Jake. Fictional characters such as Jake Sully from "Avatar" and Jake Peralta from "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" have further contributed to its appeal.

Choosing the name Jake for your baby boy signifies a desire for him to embrace determination, ambition, and the strength to overcome any challenges that may come his way. It is a name that carries a legacy of resilience and success, making it a wonderful choice for your little one.

Variations of Name Jake

Jacob
Jakob
Jacoby
Jaco
Jacques
Jakey

Names Similar to Jake

Jack
James
John
Joshua
Joseph
Julian

Nicknames for Jake

Jay
Jakey

Famous People Named Jake

Jake GyllenhaalAmerican actor
Jake JohnsonAmerican actor
Jake T. AustinAmerican actor
Jake OwenAmerican country singer
Jake AbelAmerican actor
Jake BuggEnglish singer-songwriter
Jake LamottaAmerican former professional boxer
Jake LloydAmerican actor
Jake LaMottaAmerican former professional boxer
Jake E. LeeAmerican guitarist
Jake LongAmerican football player
Jake LockerAmerican football player
Jake ShieldsAmerican mixed martial artist
Jake RobertsAmerican professional wrestler
Jake LivermoreEnglish footballer
Jake EpsteinCanadian actor
Jake ShimabukuroAmerican ukulele virtuoso
Jake ClemonsAmerican musician
Jake HurwitzAmerican comedian

Characters Named Jake

Jake SullyCharacter in the movie "Avatar"
Jake PeraltaCharacter in the TV show "Brooklyn Nine-Nine"
Jake the DogCharacter in the animated TV show "Adventure Time"
Jake BarnesCharacter in Ernest Hemingway's novel "The Sun Also Rises"
Jake ChambersCharacter in Stephen King's "The Dark Tower" series
Jake TaylorCharacter in the movie "Major League"
Jake BluesCharacter in the movie "The Blues Brothers"
Jake LonerganCharacter in the movie "Cowboys & Aliens"
Jake MorgendorfferCharacter in the animated TV show "Daria"
Jake SiskoCharacter in the TV show "Star Trek - Deep Space Nine"
Jake RoedelCharacter in the movie "Ride with the Devil"
Jake PentecostCharacter in the movie "Pacific Rim - Uprising"
Jake GreenCharacter in the TV show "Jericho"
Jake TylerCharacter in the movie "Never Back Down"
Jake RyanCharacter in the movie "Sixteen Candles"
Jake JensenCharacter in the movie "The Losers"
Jake FeatherstonCharacter in Harry Turtledove's "Southern Victory" series
Jake EppingCharacter in Stephen King's novel "11/22/63"
Jake FoleyCharacter in the TV show "Jake 2.0"

Other Popular Names Beginning with J

Josias
Judah
Julius
Jerry
Jireh
Jaime
Jalen
Johnny
Jaylen
Jamie