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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is gracious
- Origin
- English (short form of Jackson, or fanciful spelling of the surname Jacks)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JAKS
Jax is a short, punchy name for a boy, pronounced JAKS. It stands on its own or works as a short form of Jackson (it's also used as a fanciful spelling of the surname Jacks), and it carries the meaning 'God is gracious.' If bold and modern is the feel you're after, Jax lines up with that.
Meaning & Origin of Jax
Meaning: God is gracious.
Origin: English (short form of Jackson, or fanciful spelling of the surname Jacks).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Jax
JAKSIPA /ˈdʒæks/
Popularity of Jax
Jax hit its high point in 2014 at #208, with 1,855 boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #315, with 1,087 babies named Jax, across Social Security data that runs from 1995 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Jax mean?
God is gracious. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Jax?
Jax is pronounced JAKS (IPA: /ˈdʒæks/).
Is Jax a popular name right now?
Jax peaked at #208 in 2014 and is ranked #315 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1995–2024.)
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