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The name Jake is a shortened form of Jacob, which is derived from the Hebrew name Ya’aqov, meaning “held by the heel” or “supplanter”. According to the Bible, Jacob was born holding onto his twin brother Esau's heel, and later tricked his father into granting him the firstborn blessing that was meant for Esau.The name Jake has been used as a standalone name since the 17th century, and is particularly popular in English-speaking countries. It has been used as a nickname for people with the name Jacob, as well as for people with surnames like Jackson, Jacobs, and Jacobson.People with the name Jake are often described as confident, assertive, and energetic. They are also thought to be intelligent, curious, and adventurous. The name has been used in various pop culture references, including the popular TV series Adventure Time, in which Jake the Dog is one of the main characters.

The name Jake is popular in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. However, it is also used in other English-speaking countries around the world.

If you like the name Jake but are looking for something a little different, here are some similar names to consider:

• Jack
• Jace
• James
• Jacob
• Jackson
• Jax
• Jay
• Jakeb
• Jakerian
• Jakobi
• Jakson