Jake
Meaning: Supplanter, holder of the heel
Origin: Hebrew/English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #79
Total births: 6,354
History: Jake surged in popularity in Ireland from the 2000s onward, a strong modern name popular in both cities and towns. The name has become a fixture on GAA underage panels from Mayo to Kilkenny, embraced by a new generation of Irish families who love its energy.
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Every number here comes directly from Ireland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #95 |
| Babies named Jake in 2025 | 60 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 6,354 |
| Peak year | 2007 (320 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #25 |
| Years in records | 1983–2025 (41 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 49 spots |
Frequently asked about Jake
What does the name Jake mean?
Jake means “Supplanter, holder of the heel” from Hebrew/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Jake?
Jake has Hebrew/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Supplanter, holder of the heel”.
How popular is Jake in Ireland?
Jake ranked #95 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 60 babies that year.
When was Jake most popular?
Jake peaked in 2007 with 320 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Jake a boy or girl name?
Jake is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Jakes in registered births are male.
Is the name Jake rising or falling in popularity?
Jake has fallen 49 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #46 in 2020 to #95 in 2025.
How long has Jake been recorded in Ireland?
Jake appears in birth records in Ireland across 41 years — from 1983 through 2025.