gender neutral
Jax
God is gracious
About Jax
Compact, edgy, and undeniably modern—Jax explodes onto the scene with fierce energy and contemporary swagger. This ultra-short name maximizes coolness factor while minimizing syllables, creating instant memorability. The X-ending provides that coveted edge that makes names feel current and bold. Jax doesn't apologize for its modernity; instead, it embraces being firmly rooted in the now. This name suits active, spirited children who bring enthusiasm to everything they encounter. It feels equally at home on playgrounds, in creative studios, and eventually in innovative workplaces. Jax appeals to parents who want their son to have a name that feels as dynamic and unstoppable as they hope he'll be. The name carries an informal, accessible quality that breaks down barriers and invites connection. Choose Jax for a child you envision living boldly and authentically.
Popularity of the Name Jax
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | #992 | #846 | |||
| 2007 | #816 | #711 | |||
| 2008 | #693 | #749 | |||
| 2009 | #426 | #997 | #510 | ||
| 2010 | #348 | #967 | #387 | ||
| 2011 | #321 | #802 | #304 | #323 | |
| 2012 | #305 | #706 | #170 | #211 | |
| 2013 | #222 | #385 | #157 | #188 | |
| 2014 | #208 | #279 | #142 | #195 | |
| 2015 | #215 | #192 | #148 | #211 | |
| 2016 | #215 | #173 | #159 | #194 | |
| 2017 | #222 | #129 | #136 | #240 | |
| 2018 | #214 | #143 | #124 | #211 | |
| 2019 | #237 | #140 | #150 | #576 | #202 |
| 2020 | #246 | #131 | #173 | #493 | #216 |
| 2021 | #243 | #116 | #181 | #651 | #191 |
| 2022 | #271 | #106 | #141 | #465 | #214 |
| 2023 | #287 | #82 | #136 | #270 | #223 |
| 2024 | #313 | #110 | #220 | #366 | #264 |
| 2025 | #342 | #130 | #276 | #268 | #276 |
| 2003 | #792 | ||||
| 2004 | #737 | ||||
| 2006 | #810 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jax
Names Similar to Jax
Nicknames for Jax
- Jackie
- Jay
Famous People Named Jax
| Jax Miller | American author |
| Jax Jones | British DJ and record producer |
| Jax Malcolm | American actor |
| Jax Hilliker | Dancer and reality TV personality from "Dance Moms" |
| Jax Delamare | Australian musician |
| Jax Wynn | British musician |
| Jax Panik | South African musician |
| Jax Taylor | American football player |
| Jax Dottin | Barbadian cricketer |
| Jax Beach | American surfer |
| Jax Mariash | Canadian ultra-runner |
| Jax Sheriffe | Australian Paralympic swimmer |
Characters Named Jax
| Jax Teller | "Sons of Anarchy" |
| Jax Briggs | "Mortal Kombat" |
| Jax Novoa | "Every Witch Way" |
| Jax Pavan | "Star Wars" expanded universe |
| Jax Flameheart | "Sea of Thieves" video game |
| Jax DaKota | "Final Fantasy XIV" video game |
| Jax Holliday | "Supernatural" TV series |
| Jax Stone | "Zoey 101" TV series |
| Jax Thirio | "The Vampire Diaries" TV series |
| Jax Carver | "Far Cry 3" video game |