Pake

“To rely upon, to depend on”

New Zealand origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1508US 2023

692Births / yr

→Stable

46All-time births

📅 Since 198700

How to pronounce Pake

PAYK

/ˈpeɪk/ · stress on PAYK · 1 syllable

“To rely upon, to depend on”

New Zealand origin · Boy name

What does Pake mean and where does it come from?

Pake is of Maori origin, a language spoken by the indigenous people of New Zealand. The meaning of the name reflects themes of dependency and trust. It is also used informally to refer to New Zealand Europeans, indicating the blending of cultural identities in New Zealand. The name may not be widely

Cultural significance

Pake has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in New Zealand-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to rely upon, to depend on.

Peak popularity

Reached #8094 in 1987 — currently #1508 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Pake?

Pake works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Pake Grace

How popular is Pake right now?

Holding steady — currently #1508 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1508 · Top 1.1%

1995

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1508	692	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1513	672	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1518	642	▲ up 6964 · +10600% births
1995	#8482	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Pake

Best Year2023Rank #1508

Peak Count692

Average Rank#3255

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20234 years

The story of Pake

Pake is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 46 total births recorded, Pake remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8482 in 1995 to #1508 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Pake in 1987:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Pake by decade

Pake peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s ★	27
2000s	14

💎Pake has only 46 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Pake?

Common

PakPakiePaky

What names sound and feel like Pake?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Pake also consider these

Jake

American · Supplanter

Dake

English · English

Hake

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Lake

American · a body of

Zake

American · to remember

Ake

African · A African name

Wake

American · English

Parke

English · keeper of the

Common questions about the name Pake

What does the name Pake mean?

Pake means "To rely upon, to depend on" — a name rooted in New Zealand tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Pake?

Pake is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Pake?

Pake originates from New Zealand tradition. New Zealand names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Pake?

Pake is a one-syllable name pronounced P EY1 K. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Pake sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Pake flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Pake ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.