Jax
Jax: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jax
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Shortened from Jackson, Jaxon or fanciful spelling of the surname Jacks.
How popular is Jax?
Since 1880, 224 girls and 25,085 boys in the U.S. have been named Jax (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3946 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #208 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #342 for boys, with 974 babies given the name.
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Jax FAQ
What does the name Jax mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Shortened from Jackson, Jaxon or fanciful spelling of the surname Jacks.
What is the origin of the name Jax?
Jax is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Jax?
Since 1880, 224 girls and 25,085 boys in the U.S. have been named Jax (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3946 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #208 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #342 for boys, with 974 babies given the name.
Is Jax a boy or girl name?
Jax is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 224 girls and 25,085 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.