NAME PROFILE
Jack
Jack is of English origin, derived from the name John, meaning 'God is gracious.' It conveys a sense of approachability and friendliness, often associated with someone who is adventurous and down-to-earth.
Key Stats
| Total births | 759,677 |
| Gender | Male (97% / 3%) |
| Peak year | 1927 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 22%OH — 20%NY — 20%NC — 19%IL — 19%
Notable People
Jack Nicholson (Actor, *The Shining*) · Jack Black (Actor, *School of Rock*) · Jack Dorsey (Co-founder of Twitter) · Jack Kerouac (Author, *On the Road*) · Jack Ma (Founder of Alibaba)
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