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Boy name

Jack

Jack is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “god is gracious.” It currently ranks #14 for US boys and is rising.

Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin
English
US rank
#14
Syllables
1
Letters
4
Starts with
J

Jack's popularity over time

↑ Rising
#14 in 2023Peak rank #11US SSA · boys
#1#21#41201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Jack

What does the name Jack mean?

Jack means "God is gracious." and is of English origin.

Is Jack a boy or girl name?

Jack is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Jack?

Jack ranked #14 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #11).

How many syllables are in Jack?

Jack has 1 syllable and 4 letters.

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