Jack is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #12419 in 1996 with 6 recorded births. This places Jack in the bottom 22% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 27 births ranking #4858. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 292,160 girls born was named Jack. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.