Names Starting With J
BoyEnglish#14 in 2025
Jack
Jack is a boys' name of English origin meaning “God is gracious.” It ranked #14 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
JAK
Meaning & Origin
The name Jack means “God is gracious.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Originally a nickname for John. One of the most common names in English nursery rhymes and fairy tales. Quintessentially English.
Popularity Over Time
#212020
#192021
#172022
#162023
#152024
#142025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #14 |
| 2024 | #15 |
| 2023 | #16 |
| 2022 | #17 |
| 2021 | #19 |
| 2020 | #21 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Jack
- Jack Nicholson
- Jack Kerouac
- Jack London
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