JACK
The meaning of the unisex name Jack is GOD HAS BEEN GRACIOUS: HAS SHOWN FAVOR. BASED ON JOHN OR JACQUES..
Details on JACK:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- God has been gracious: has shown favor. based on john or jacques
- Popularity for Boy:
- 24th in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 20,024th in the USA (bottom 15%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
8,434 births
JACK as a BOY in 2024
8 births
JACK as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of JACK:
The name Jack is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Jack is: Henry VI, Part 2' Jack Cade, a rebel.
The name Jack is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jack is: Henry VI, Part 2' Jack Cade, a rebel.
The name Jack is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Jack is: Supplanter.
The name Jack is a Polish baby name. In Polish the meaning of the name Jack is: God is gracious.
The name Jack is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Jack is: God is gracious.During the Middle Ages, Jack was so common that it was used as a general term for'man' or 'boy'.Famous Bearer:American actor Jack Lemmon.
USA SSA birth(s) for JACK:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JACK
JACK as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8434 births |
| 2023 | 8710 births |
| 2022 | 8930 births |
| 2021 | 9563 births |
| 2020 | 8942 births |
| 2019 | 9402 births |
| 2018 | 8892 births |
| 2017 | 8419 births |
| 2016 | 8399 births |
| 2015 | 8494 births |
| 2014 | 8742 births |
| 2013 | 8572 births |
| 2012 | 7934 births |
| 2011 | 8179 births |
| 2010 | 8517 births |
| 2009 | 9020 births |
JACK as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 births |
| 2023 | 13 births |
| 2022 | 8 births |
| 2021 | 15 births |
| 2020 | 14 births |
| 2019 | 14 births |
| 2018 | 8 births |
| 2017 | 9 births |
| 2016 | 11 births |
| 2015 | 6 births |
| 2014 | 9 births |
| 2013 | 7 births |
| 2012 | 10 births |
| 2011 | 5 births |
| 2010 | 7 births |
| 2009 | 14 births |
About the name JACK
**Jack**: A name that carries the weight of history and charm, Jack is derived from the Old French name *Jacques*, which in turn comes from the Hebrew name *Yaakov* (Jacob), meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." This beloved name evokes images of adventure and resilience, often associated with the clever character in the nursery rhyme "Jack and Jill" and the brave hero of "Jack and the Beanstalk." Widely celebrated in English-speaking countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, Jack is a timeless choice that resonates across generations. In the realm of symbolism, Jack embodies qualities of strength and resourcefulness, often representing the everyman who faces challenges with wit and courage. From the rolling hills of England to the bustling streets of New York City, this name transcends cultures, making it a warm and inviting selection for your little one, promising a future filled with potential and adventure.
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