Jakii
A diminutive form of the masculine name Jacob, meaning "supplanter" or "holding the heel".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Jakii. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jakii today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jakii births was 2011 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jakii. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jakii. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2011
6 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2011 SSA rank
#11,423
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Jakii: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jakii by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jakii during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jakii
The name Jakii is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have originated from the ancient language of the Sumerian civilization, which flourished in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq and Kuwait) around the third millennium BCE. The name is thought to be derived from the Sumerian word "jakku," meaning "to shine" or "to radiate," suggesting a connection to celestial bodies or divine light.
While the exact roots of the name Jakii remain uncertain, it is known to have been in use during the height of the Sumerian culture. Some historians speculate that the name may have appeared in ancient cuneiform inscriptions or clay tablets, though no specific references have been conclusively identified.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Jakii was a high priestess who served in the temple of the Sumerian god Enki in the city of Eridu, circa 2500 BCE. Her name was etched onto a stone tablet discovered in the ruins of the temple, providing a glimpse into the antiquity of this moniker.
Throughout history, the name Jakii has made appearances across various cultures and time periods. In the 12th century BCE, a powerful Hittite king named Jakii I ruled over the ancient Anatolian empire, leaving his mark on the region's history. His reign was marked by military conquests and the expansion of Hittite territories.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian painter and sculptor named Jakii Buonarroti (1475-1564) achieved great acclaim for his works, including the iconic statue of David and the frescoes adorning the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City.
In the 19th century, a French explorer and naturalist named Jakii Dumont (1801-1884) embarked on numerous expeditions to Africa and Asia, making significant contributions to the fields of zoology and botany. His meticulous documentation of flora and fauna from remote regions greatly expanded scientific knowledge at the time.
Another notable figure bearing the name Jakii was an influential civil rights activist named Jakii Washington (1922-2005), who played a pivotal role in the fight for racial equality and social justice in the United States during the mid-20th century.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Jakii throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and eras. While the exact origins of this intriguing name may remain elusive, its presence across diverse cultures and time periods attests to its enduring allure and mystique.
People
Jakii + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jakii as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jakii: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jakii?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jakii going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Jakii a common name?
We classify Jakii as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jakii most popular?
The single biggest year for Jakii was 2011, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jakii is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jakii in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jakii a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jakii in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jakii still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jakii in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jakii can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Jakii as a first name?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.