Jack Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjak / /dʒæk/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Hebrew: supplanter
Historical & Cultural Background
Jack is derived from the name John, which has been popular in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. It has been used as a given name and a diminutive form. The name gained popularity as a standalone name in the 19th century. Jack is often associated with folklore and fairy tales, such as 'Jack and the Beanstalk.'
Trend Summary
Jack has consistently been a popular name in the United States, frequently ranking in the top 20 names for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jackie
- Jax
International Variants
- Jacques (French)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Juan (Spanish)
Famous people named Jack
Jack Nicholson is an acclaimed American actor known for his roles in films such as 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.'.
Jack Kerouac was an influential American novelist and poet, best known for his book 'On the Road.'.
Jack Dorsey is an American technology entrepreneur, co-founder of Twitter and Square.
Jack Black is a popular American actor and musician, recognized for his roles in comedies like 'School of Rock.'.
Fictional characters named Jack
Jack Frost is a character in various folklore and media, often depicted as a personification of winter.
Jack Sparrow is a fictional pirate from the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' film series, known for his cunning and charm.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jack was first seen in the United States in 1880. Jack has ranked as high as #28 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in California, New York, Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Jack has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jack (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 738 | |
TX | 590 | |
NY | 561 | |
FL | 374 | |
PA | 372 | |
IL | 354 | |
OH | 343 | |
MI | 303 | |
MA | 281 | |
NC | 260 | |
TN | 222 | |
GA | 216 | |
VA | 215 | |
WA | 212 | |
UT | 212 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 204 |
1881 | 197 |
1882 | 271 |
1883 | 242 |
1884 | 274 |
1885 | 295 |
1886 | 299 |
1887 | 251 |
1888 | 329 |
1889 | 322 |
1890 | 368 |
1891 | 290 |
1892 | 401 |
1893 | 405 |
1894 | 441 |
1895 | 479 |
1896 | 539 |
1897 | 497 |
1898 | 633 |
1899 | 582 |
1900 | 1,053 |
1901 | 645 |
1902 | 743 |
1903 | 831 |
1904 | 908 |
1905 | 907 |
1906 | 880 |
1907 | 1,019 |
1908 | 1,086 |
1909 | 1,150 |
1910 | 1,576 |
1911 | 1,668 |
1912 | 2,870 |
1913 | 3,538 |
1914 | 4,486 |
1915 | 5,748 |
1916 | 6,162 |
1917 | 6,874 |
1918 | 8,341 |
1919 | 8,263 |
1920 | 9,599 |
1921 | 10,757 |
1922 | 10,847 |
1923 | 11,190 |
1924 | 11,921 |
1925 | 12,011 |
1926 | 12,195 |
1927 | 12,802 |
1928 | 12,494 |
1929 | 12,167 |
1930 | 12,429 |
1931 | 11,489 |
1932 | 10,717 |
1933 | 9,838 |
1934 | 9,985 |
1935 | 9,438 |
1936 | 8,857 |
1937 | 8,196 |
1938 | 8,142 |
1939 | 7,306 |
1940 | 7,049 |
1941 | 6,950 |
1942 | 7,365 |
1943 | 7,397 |
1944 | 7,255 |
1945 | 6,855 |
1946 | 7,802 |
1947 | 8,507 |
1948 | 7,612 |
1949 | 7,128 |
1950 | 6,839 |
1951 | 7,004 |
1952 | 6,938 |
1953 | 6,539 |
1954 | 6,474 |
1955 | 6,200 |
1956 | 6,051 |
1957 | 6,024 |
1958 | 5,300 |
1959 | 5,016 |
1960 | 4,915 |
1961 | 4,639 |
1962 | 4,170 |
1963 | 3,816 |
1964 | 3,808 |
1965 | 3,198 |
1966 | 2,964 |
1967 | 2,782 |
1968 | 2,691 |
1969 | 2,607 |
1970 | 2,563 |
1971 | 2,365 |
1972 | 1,901 |
1973 | 1,850 |
1974 | 1,650 |
1975 | 1,743 |
1976 | 1,665 |
1977 | 1,673 |
1978 | 1,578 |
1979 | 1,582 |
1980 | 1,627 |
1981 | 1,615 |
1982 | 1,620 |
1983 | 1,526 |
1984 | 1,482 |
1985 | 1,523 |
1986 | 1,522 |
1987 | 1,656 |
1988 | 1,654 |
1989 | 1,717 |
1990 | 1,837 |
1991 | 1,949 |
1992 | 2,070 |
1993 | 2,424 |
1994 | 2,781 |
1995 | 3,450 |
1996 | 4,245 |
1997 | 4,984 |
1998 | 6,376 |
1999 | 7,386 |
2000 | 8,123 |
2001 | 8,149 |
2002 | 9,000 |
2003 | 9,317 |
2004 | 9,580 |
2005 | 10,905 |
2006 | 10,837 |
2007 | 10,671 |
2008 | 9,897 |
2009 | 9,029 |
2010 | 8,520 |
2011 | 8,184 |
2012 | 7,940 |
2013 | 8,577 |
2014 | 8,753 |
2015 | 8,513 |
2016 | 8,430 |
2017 | 8,477 |
2018 | 8,892 |
2019 | 9,402 |
2020 | 8,942 |
2021 | 9,563 |
2022 | 8,930 |
2023 | 8,710 |
2024 | 8,434 |