Cormac vs Jakob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jakob

Boy #1,123 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Eastern European American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,123
Total SSA Count
190
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cormac Rank #1,259
Jakob Rank #1,123

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 vs #1259 for Cormac.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cormac or Jakob more popular?

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 compared to Cormac at #1259 in the United States.

What do Cormac and Jakob mean?

Cormac means "chariot boy" (Old Irish origin). Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cormac and Jakob boy or girl names?

Cormac is primarily a boy name. Jakob is primarily a boy name.

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