Jakk Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJACK / /dʒæk/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: variant of Jack; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Jakk is a modern variant of the name Jack, which has been popular in English-speaking countries. The name Jack has roots in the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning 'supplanter.' In recent years, Jakk has emerged as a unique spelling variation, appealing to parents seeking distinctive names. The name has gained some popularity in contemporary naming trends.
Trend Summary
Jakk remains relatively uncommon but reflects a trend towards unique spellings of traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jack
- Jak
International Variants
- Jaco (Spanish)
- Jacques (French)
- Jacek (Polish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jakk was first seen in the United States in 2008. Jakk has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jakk has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jakk
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |