Jack is a highly popular boys' name in United States, ranking #38 in 2016 with 8,430 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2005 with 10,905 births ranking #34. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 98.6%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 225 boys born was named Jack. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Jack is one of the most familiar English boys' names and belongs to the huge John family, carrying the meaning "God is gracious". It feels plainspoken, sturdy, and timeless.
The name began as a medieval nickname before becoming a full stand-alone classic. Its place in folklore, literature, and everyday speech has made it one of the most culturally embedded boys' names in English.