Jake
Boy name · 3,280 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Jake: 3,280 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 167 births in 2005.
Jake began as a short form of Jacob, which comes from the Hebrew Ya’akov, meaning “supplanter” or “holder of the heel.” It became a stand-alone first name in English-speaking countries, popular for its friendly, approachable sound. Famous bearers include actor Jake Gyllenhaal, known for *Brokeback Mountain* and *Nightcrawler*, and boxer Jake LaMotta, the “Raging Bull” immortalized in Martin Scorsese’s film. The name shares its root with the biblical Jacob, whose story gave rise to the name Israel. Jake has been a consistent favourite in Scotland since the 1970s, often chosen for its casual charm and enduring appeal across generations
Boy 44 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2005167 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #20820 babies
- Total births
- 3,280since 1979
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 55%vs prior 5y