So you’ve decided to name your new bundle of joy Jack. But now you’re stuck on choosing a middle name. Deciding on the best middle name for Jack can be quite challenging. There are so many options and everyone in your circle will have their own opinions.
You might even be under pressure to choose family names. Some out-of-the-box thinkers could be encouraging you to choose something exotic, or totally unusual.
As a master of research (see my bio below), I waded through tons of data from baby name databases, discussion forums for parents, articles by notable magazines to actually discussing it with other parents what they think. Of course, also my opinion has been considered.
To give you some choices, I’ve compiled a list containing a few popular and unique options.
Middle Name Ideas for a Boy Called Jack
Middle names are as important as first names. Sometimes first names become the nickname or the name by which the baby is known. The middle name should also be a name that suits the first name and the surname. You want the baby’s full names to roll off the tongue and sound relevant. Some two-syllable options include the following:
- Jack Caleb
- Jack Austin
- Jack Aiden
- Jack Henry
- Jack Dylan
- Jack Nathan
- Jack Patrick
- Jack Owen
- Jack Michael
- Jack Matthew
- Jack Patrick
- Jack Ryan
- Jack Noah
- Jack Taylor
- Jack Thomas
One-Syllable Middle Name for Jack
It’s also possible you don’t want your baby’s middle name to be as long as the first name. With that in mind, here are some common one-syllable options:
- Jack Bryce
- Jack Kyle
- Jack Tate
- Jack Seth
- Jack Kent
- Jack Jim
- Jack John
- Jack Kurt
- Jack Jude
- Jack James
- Jack Max
- Jack Shane
- Jack Seth
- Jack Reid
- Jack Paul
Meaning of the name Jack
Originating from Middle English, Jack is an indirect diminutive of “John”. It’s also a derivative of Jacques, which is the French form of Jacob or James. The meaning is “God is Gracious.” Originally, Jack was just a nickname for John, but has become a given name on its own.
Nicknames for Jack
Nicknames are those quirky little terms of endearment unique to each person. The reason for your nickname can be both funny and silly. Sometimes your nickname is different depending on who uses it. Jack is one of those names that doesn’t have many nicknames. The common nicknames for Jack are Jackie, Jacky, or even simply Jay.
Spanish Middle Names for Jack
Some people with Spanish family ties might want to incorporate their heritage in the middle name. A few popular Spanish options that will flow nicely with Jack include the following:
- Jack Mateo
- Jack Lorenzo
- Jack Alejandro
- Jack Diego
- Jack Carlos
Different Ways to Spell Jack
Because Jack already started out as a nickname for Jacques many years ago, there aren’t many variations on the spelling. However, you could go with either Jac or Jak. Your baby will thank you for such a short and simple name. He’ll be less likely to be annoyed with hundreds of incorrect variations of the spelling of his name as he gets older.
A Final Word
Choosing the right middle name for Jack should be slightly easier now that you have some options to consider. List a few of your favorites, sound them out with the baby’s surname, and before you know it, you’ll have a winner!