Supplanter
Jabe is most commonly used as a shortened form or variant of Jabez, a Hebrew name meaning 'borne in pain'. It may also function as a diminutive of Jacob, which shares the meaning 'supplanter' or 'held by the heel'. In modern usage, it is often chosen for its simple, one-syllable sound and similarity to names like Gabe or Jace.
Less common today
Jabe isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,741 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
NASCAR driver and team owner
Character in the novel 'The Reivers' · The Reivers
Antagonist in the play 'Orpheus Descending' · Orpheus Descending
