Jahkai Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Hebrew
Gender Distribution:
99% Masculine / 1% Feminine
Meaning:
Jahkai means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows' in Hebrew.
Meaning of the Name Jahkai
Jahkai is a unique name of Hebrew origin. It is a modern variation of the name Jacob, which means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. The name carries biblical roots and is often associated with strength and leadership. Jahkai has a powerful and charismatic presence, making it a great choice for parents who are looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for their child.
Popularity of the Name Jahkai
The popularity for the name Jahkai peaked in popularity in the year 2021 with 53 births, which ranked number 5,556 out of 28,927 unique names for that year. Jahkai had the most female births in 2021 with 5, which ranked number 15,217 out of 17,628 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 2021 with 53, which ranked number 2,492 out of 14,057 male names for that year. The number of births for the name Jahkai has increased sharply over the last ten years from 24 births to 44 births, an increase of 83.33%. Among males, Jahkai has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 24 births to 44 births, an increase of 83.33%.
Nationwide Popularity of Jahkai
- 20 Year Trend of Jahkai: 266.67%
- 10 Year Trend of Jahkai: 83.33%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Jahkai: 83.33%
Popularity of Jahkai by State
For males, Jahkai was most popular in Southeastern states with 8 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in FL, with 8 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Jahkai. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | 1340 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Jahkai
- Total Births of Jahkai: 47 (6.25%)
- Male Births of Jahkai: 47 (6.25%)
Given the upward trend of Jahkai over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 6.25% increase in total births, for a total of 47 births in 2024. Male births for Jahkai have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 47 male births in 2024, an increase of 6.25%.