Adolf vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adolf

Boy #26,599 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble wolf"

Origin: Old Germanic adal + wulf

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Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Adolf Rank #26,599

Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #26599 for Adolf.

Is Adolf or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Adolf at #26599 in the United States.

What do Adolf and Jacob mean?

Adolf means "noble wolf" (Old Germanic adal + wulf origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Adolf and Jacob boy or girl names?

Adolf is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.