Jax
Jax is a boys' name of English origin meaning “God has been gracious; son of Jack.” It ranked #99 in the United States in 2025. A modern short form of Jackson or Jaxon, Jax has a punchy, one-syllable energy that appeals to parents wanting a cool…
how do you pronounce Jax?
JAKS
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what does Jax mean?
The name Jax means “God has been gracious; son of Jack.” It comes from the English language tradition.
A modern short form of Jackson or Jaxon, Jax has a punchy, one-syllable energy that appeals to parents wanting a cool alternative to Jack. It gained cultural recognition through the FX series Sons of Anarchy, whose lead is Jax Teller.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #99 |
| 2023 | #103 |
| 2022 | #107 |
| 2021 | #112 |
| 2020 | #118 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Jax?
- Jax Teller (Sons of Anarchy character)
what names are similar to Jax?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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