Baby Name Profile
Jack
Jack is a favorite, a fresh and rising classic.
#14 all-timeEnglish originMostly a boy's name (100%)literaryvintage
What does Jack mean?
“diminutive of John”
Jack is a name of English origin.
Jack year by year
2026*
#49
2025
#42
2024
#27
2023
#20
2022
#8
2021
#9
2020
#19
2019
#6
*2026 is a partial year. Snapshot 2026-07-03.
Famous people named Jack
- Jack Nicholsoniconic actor, multiple Academy Award winner
- Jack Londonrenowned author, adventure and nature stories
- Jack Nicklauslegendary golfer, record 18 major championships
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