Brody vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Brody Rank #224

Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #224 for Brody.

Is Brody or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Brody and Jacob mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Brody and Jacob boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.