Jack
Jack first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1927, when 12,802 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 8,748.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Jack popular?
Steady Jack has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1927.
| 2020s | 53,384 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 85,695 | |
| 2000s | 95,512 | |
| 1990s | 37,501 | |
| 1980s | 15,944 | |
| 1970s | 18,562 | |
| 1960s | 35,593 | |
| 1950s | 62,387 | |
| 1940s | 73,919 | |
| 1930s | 96,396 | |
| 1920s | 115,983 | |
| 1910s | 49,526 | |
| 1900s | 9,222 | |
| 1890s | 4,635 | |
| 1880s | 2,684 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Jack mean?
Jack began as a medieval pet form of John and grew so common it became a word for “man” (as in “every man Jack”). Now a name in its own right, it is one of the most popular boys’ names in Britain and Ireland.
Nicknames for Jack
- Jackie
Variants & spellings
- Jak
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jack mean?
Jack means God is gracious. Jack began as a medieval pet form of John and grew so common it became a word for “man” (as in “every man Jack”). Now a name in its own right, it is one of the most popular boys’ names in Britain and Ireland.
What is the origin of the name Jack?
Jack is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Jack?
Jack is pronounced “JAK.”
Is Jack a boy or a girl name?
Jack is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Jack a popular name right now?
Jack has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1927.
How popular is the name Jack?
In 2025, Jack ranked #15 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Jack most popular?
Jack was most popular in 1927, when about 12,802 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Jack?
Common nicknames for Jack include Jackie.
What names are similar to Jack?
Names similar to Jack include John, Henry, Charlie, Finn.
What names go well with Jack?
English names that pair well with Jack include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.