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Originally a medieval diminutive of John, Jack has evolved into a standalone name. It is derived from the Middle English 'Jankin' and has long been used as a generic term for a man or boy in English folklore and nursery rhymes.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Academy Award-winning actor
American novelist and journalist
Professional golfer known as The Golden Bear
Pioneer of the Beat Generation
Eccentric pirate captain · Pirates of the Caribbean
The Pumpkin King of Halloween Town · The Nightmare Before Christmas
Actor and lead singer of Tenacious D
Former military police investigator · Jack Reacher book series
CIA analyst and protagonist · Tom Clancy novels
World heavyweight boxing champion
