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Jacob

Jacob is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#16

How popular is Jacob?

Popularity in the United States

Jacob has been given to 954,005 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1990s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 179 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Jacob per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Jacob has been given to 3,545 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Jacob per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 2,971 people called Jacob living in Spain, with an average age of 30.3.

954,005 Babies named since 1880
1990s Peak decade
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Frequently asked questions about Jacob

Is Jacob a boy's or a girl's name?

Jacob is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Jacob?

Jacob has been given to 954,005 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1990s. It has held a steady level of use since.