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Hake

Boy name · Native American

Meaningfifth-born son · Dakota

Hake is a Native American boy name meaning “fifth-born son”, with Dakota roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name.

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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Hake

Hake is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “fifth-born son”. Short and strong, it's said in a single beat and ends on an open, friendly vowel, so it pairs easily with a longer middle name. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Hake at school.

Origin:Native American names

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Questions about the name Hake

What does the name Hake mean?

Hake means “fifth-born son” and comes from Dakota. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Quincy (“the fifth”), Quentin (“fifth”), Quintin (“fifth”) and Quinten (“fifth”).

What is the origin of the name Hake?

Hake is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Dakota. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).

Is Hake a boy or girl name?

Hake is a boy name.

What names are similar to Hake?

If you like Hake, you might also like Quincy, Quentin, Quintin and Quinten.

What should I know before naming my baby Hake?

Hake is a Native American boy name meaning “fifth-born son”, with Dakota roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.